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Name two types of polymerization

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Two common types of polymerization are:
1. Addition Polymerization: Monomers add to one another in a chain reaction, without the loss of any atoms. Examples include polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
2. Condensation Polymerization: Monomers react to form a polymer and a small molecule, such as water or methanol. Examples include polyester and nylon.


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