A polymer that eliminates an atom or small group of atoms is known as a(n)

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A condensation polymer eliminates a small molecule, such as water or alcohol, during its formation. Examples include nylon and polyester. Addition polymers, on the other hand, involve the joining of monomers without the loss of any atoms or groups. Dimer refers to a molecule consisting of two identical subunits, while copolymer refers to a polymer made up of two or more different types of monomers. Substituted polymer refers to a polymer in which one or more hydrogen atoms in the monomer unit have been replaced by another atom or group.

A Polymer That Eliminates an Atom or Small Group of Atoms