Which of the following statements best explains the process known as chain transfer?
A)a process that can control the rate of production of the polymer
B)a process that can control the molecular weight of the polymer
C)a process that can control the reactivity of the monomer
D)a process that can slow down the polymerization reaction
E)a process that can inhibit the polymerization reaction

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Chain transfer is a process in which the growing polymer chain is transferred to another molecule, which results in the termination of the original chain and the initiation of a new chain. This process can control the molecular weight of the polymer by decreasing the length of the polymer chains. Therefore, option B is the correct choice.

Which of the Following Statements Best Explains the Process Known