NEETChemistryPolymers
What happens in the chain propagating step of polymerization?
Options
- AChain termination occurs.
- BThe polymer grows in size through the addition of new radicals.
- CThe polymerization reaction stops.
- DThe monomers dissociate into smaller fragments.
Correct answer
B. The polymer grows in size through the addition of new radicals.
Step-by-step solution
In the chain propagating step of polymerization, the polymer grows in size through the addition of new radicals to the polymer chain.