ISSN:
0022-3832
Keywords:
Chemistry
;
Polymer and Materials Science
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
,
Physics
Notes:
The slow rates of polymerization and the low molecular weights of polymer obtained by the free radical-initiated polymerization of vinyl benzoate is noted. The kinetics have been investigated and indicate that addition of the growing chain to the aromatic nucleus to form a stable, nonpropagating radical is the probable reason. The chain length and extent of branching are consistent with the observed rates and also with the methyl affinities of similar compounds.
Additional Material:
3 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pol.1959.1203613021