One common type of cation exchange resin is prepared by polymerization of a mixture containing styrene and 1,4-divinylbenzene . The polymer is then treated with concentrated sulfuric acid to sulfonate a majority of the aromatic rings in the polymer. Q.) Explain how this sulfonated polymer can act as a cation exchange resin

One common type of cation exchange resin is prepared by polymerization of a mixture containing styrene and 1,4-divinylbenzene . The polymer is then treated with concentrated sulfuric acid to sulfonate a majority of the aromatic rings in the polymer. Q.) Explain how this sulfonated polymer can act as a cation exchange resin

Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry

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Chapter12: Unsaturated Hydrocarbons

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