Identify the monomer(s)that undergo anionic polymerization.You may choose more than one answer.
A)styrene
B)methyl methacrylate
C)vinyl chloride
D)methyl vinyl ether
E)acrylamide

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Anionic polymerization is a type of chain growth polymerization where the active center of the polymerization is a carbanion. Styrene, methyl methacrylate, and acrylamide can undergo anionic polymerization because they contain double bonds that can be opened by an anionic initiator, allowing the negative charge to propagate along the growing polymer chain. Vinyl chloride and methyl vinyl ether are less reactive towards anionic initiators due to their structure and the electronic effects of their substituents, making them less suitable for anionic polymerization.

Identify the Monomer(s)that Undergo Anionic Polymerization