Use the Property to Simplify the Following Expression

question 170

Short Answer

Use the property to simplify the following expression. If needed, write your answer with positive exponents only.

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Definitions:

Monomer

A small molecule that can bind to other similar molecules to form a polymer.

Polystyrene

A synthetic aromatic hydrocarbon polymer made from the monomer styrene, used in the manufacture of a wide variety of consumer goods.

1,1-bistrifluoromethylethylene

1,1-bistrifluoromethylethylene is a chemical compound featuring two trifluoromethyl groups attached to a double-bonded carbon structure.

Cationic Polymerization

A type of polymerization where the growth of a polymer chain proceeds via cations as reactive intermediates.