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why do polymers form
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Polymers form due to the chemical reaction known as polymerization, where monomer molecules join together. This process can occur via addition (where monomers add to each other without the loss of atoms) or condensation polymerization (where molecules join with the simultaneous removal of a small molecule, such as water). The driving force behind polymer formation includes the desire to achieve a lower energy state, where the system's overall stability is improved by creating covalent bonds between monomers. Through polymerization, monomers transform into a polymeric structure with properties distinctly different from the original monomers, be it enhanced strength, flexibility, or resistance to chemicals and temperature changes. Industries leverage these characteristics to produce a wide range of products, from plastics and rubbers to fibers and adhesives. The versatility and adaptability of polymers come from the variety of monomers available and the ways they can be arranged, leading to an almost infinite number of possible polymers.
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