Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE / Teflon) from tetrafluoroethylene (n CF2=CF2 → [CF2−CF2]n)
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n CF2=CF2 → [CF2−CF2]n
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| n | Degree of polymerization |
| CF2=CF2 | Tetrafluoroethylene (TFE) |
When to use this
Addition (radical) polymerization; highly fluorinated non-stick surface.