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What is the characteristic feature of step growth polymerization?
ChemistryPolymersNEET
Options:
  • A Loss of water molecules
  • B Rapid chain growth
  • C Use of free radicals
  • D Formation of linear polymers
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The correct answer is: Loss of water molecules
Step growth polymerization involves repetitive condensation reactions between bi-functional or trifunctional monomeric units, which may result in the loss of simple molecules like water, alcohol, etc.

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