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suspension polymerization

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Suspension polymerization is a method used in industrial polymerization. In this process, the monomer is dispersed in a liquid, typically water, with the help of vigorous stirring and stabilizers like methyl cellulose. A monomer-soluble initiator is added to start the chain-growth polymerization. The heat generated during the reaction is effectively dispersed by the aqueous medium, preventing dangerous autoacceleration. The resulting polymer is formed as granules or beads, which can then be dried and packaged for shipment. This method is one of five basic techniques used for industrial-scale polymerization, alongside bulk, solution, emulsion, and gas-phase methods.12

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