Additional Polymerization
type: Concept
broader: Polymerization
definition: A polymerization in which the growth of polymer chains proceeds by addition reactions between molecules of all degrees of polymerization. (IUPAC) In addition polymerization, monomers react to form a polymer without the formation of by-products. Addition polymerizations usually are carried out in the presence of catalysts, which in certain cases exert control over structural details that have important effects on the properties of the polymer. (Britannica)

Polymerization
type: Concept
narrower: Additional Polymerization