Which of the following species can best serve as a radical initiator for radical polymerization?
A)ROH
B)ROR
C)ROOR
D)RCOOR
E)RCOOH

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ROOR, also known as organic peroxides, is the best choice for radical initiated polymerization due to their high reactivity and ability to produce large amounts of radicals. They have a weak O-O bond which easily breaks down upon heating or exposure to light, generating two radicals that can initiate polymerization reactions. The other options given are not as effective as ROOR in initiating radical polymerization.

Which of the Following Species Can Best Serve as a Radical