Which of the following is not an addition polymer?
A)poly(vinyl chloride)
B)polyethylene
C)polystyrene
D)polypropylene
E)polyester

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Polyester is not an addition polymer, it is a condensation polymer. In condensation polymerization, small molecules such as water or hydrogen chloride are eliminated as the polymer is formed, while in addition polymerization, the polymer chains are formed by the addition of unsaturated monomers. A and B are addition polymers of vinyl chloride and ethylene, respectively, while C is an addition polymer of styrene, and D is an addition polymer of propylene.

Which of the Following Is Not an Addition Polymer