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what is the repeating unit in a polymer
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The repeating unit in a polymer is a set of atoms or a group of atoms that are repeated sequentially along the polymer chain. This unit, often derived from monomers, is covalently bonded to form long molecular chains in the polymerization process. Polymers can be classified based on their repeating units into homopolymers, which consist of a single type of repeating unit, and copolymers, which contain two or more different types of repeating units. The chemical nature of the repeating unit(s) defines the physical and chemical properties of the resulting polymer, including strength, flexibility, and resistance to chemicals and temperature. This concept is fundamental in materials science, impacting the design and application of plastics, fibers, rubbers, and other polymeric materials.
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