Examples of Addition Polymers

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Polymer	Monomer (Name & Structure)	Common Uses
Polyethylene	Ethene CH2=CH2	LDPE: Milk bottles, soft toys, plastic wrap & bags HDPE: Utensils, containers, rigid toys, rubbish bins,
Polypropylene	Propene CH2=CH-CH3	Car bumpers, rope and twine, household goods, moulded chairs, carpet
Polyvinyl chloride	Vinyl chloride CH2=CH-Cl	Electrical insulation, graded hoses, drainage and sewerage pipes, household guttering and downpipes
Polytetrafluoroethylene	Tetrafluoroethene F2C=CF2	High-grade electrical insulation, non-stick surfaces on cookware, pipe thread sealant
Polystyrene	Styrene CH2=C(benzene)H	Car battery cases, tool handles, modern furniture, disposable drink cups (foam & clear), foam packaging material
Polyacrylonitrile	Acrylonitrile CH2=CH-C≡N	Wool substitute in clothing, blankets, soft furnishings, carpet
Polyvinyl acetate	Vinyl acetate CH2=CH-O-CO-CH3	Vinyl coatings on upholstery fabrics, paint, adhesives

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