Principles of Polymerization

Since the 1970s, Principles of Polymerization has been used worldwide as a premier textbook in synthetic polymer chemistry and a general reference for polymer synthesis and processing, describing the physical and organic chemistry of the reactions that produce polymers. Widely recognized by the scientific community, this book has comprehensive yet accessible contents that enable readers to achieve an advanced understanding of polymer synthesis – making it appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate students as well as professionals. The 5th edition is revised to reflect important advances in synthetic polymer chemistry of the last decade like the synthesis of polymers for emerging applications in nanotechnology, medical, energy, and other areas. Along with adding new problems regarding recent advances in synthetic polymer chemistry for each chapter, the authors also update the solutions manual which is available for academic instructors.