Nylon 6 is synthesized through the ring-opening polymerization of caprolactam. Caprolactam is a cyclic amide (lactam) with six carbon atoms. Upon heating, the ring opens, and the linear molecules polymerize.
The monomer/monomers used for the synthesis of Nylon 6 is/are
Asked in UPSC CDS 1 2019 · Topic: Polymer (Synthesis, properties, and applications of common fibers and elastomers (e.g., Nylon, PET, Natural rubber, SBR))
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