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Monomers and Polymers — Role & Importance

By Deena Hauze
The formation of ethene does not involve the loss of a water molecule. It does not form a macromolecule.

Formation of polyethylene from ethylene.

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What type(s) of reaction is the formation of polyethylene?

*Select all that apply

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