Which of the following monomers is most well-suited to cationic polymerization?
A) isobutylene
B) ethylene
C) acrylonitrile
D) methyl α-methacrylate
E) methyl α-cyanoacrylate

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Isobutylene is most well-suited to cationic polymerization due to its stable carbocation formed during the polymerization process. The tertiary carbon in isobutylene stabilizes the positive charge, making it an ideal candidate for this type of reaction.

Which of the Following Monomers Is Most Well-Suited to Cationic