Polymer Chemistry 2

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Topics in polymer physical chemistry, including conformation of polymer molecules, polymer solutions, theory of molecular weight determination methods, rheology, orientation, time-temperature dependence of physical properties, thermodynamics and kinetics of polymerization, rubber elasticity and spectroscopic methods of polymer characterization. 3 hrs. lec. Offered alternate spring semesters. Prereq: CHEM 342 and 381 or permission of instructor.