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Write the mechanism of free radical polymerization of ethene.

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Mechanism of free radical polymerization of ethene:

Step I. Chain initiation step


Step II. Chain propogation step


Step III. Chain terminating step

For termination of the long chain, these free radicals can combine in different ways to form polythene.


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