One characteristic of the monomers that form condensation polymers that is not common in monomers that form addition polymers is
A) the presence of alkyl side chains.
B) their ability to form free radicals.
C) the presence of pi bonds.
D) the presence of two functional groups.

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Monomers that form condensation polymers have two functional groups that allow for a condensation reaction to take place, resulting in the formation of a polymer and a small molecule like water or alcohol. Monomers that form addition polymers simply add to the growing polymer chain and do not require the presence of two functional groups. The presence of alkyl side chains or pi bonds is not a defining characteristic of either condensation or addition polymerization.

One Characteristic of the Monomers That Form Condensation Polymers That