Low-density polythene and high-density polythene, both are polymers of ethane, but there is marked difference in their properties. Explain.
LDP | HDP |
Formed at a temperature of 350 K to 570 K and very high pressure of about 1000-2000 atm. |
The temperature of about 333 K to 343 K and a pressure of 6-7 atm is required. |
It is obtained by free-radical addition and has a highly branched structure. |
It has straight linear molecules and a high density. |
Chemically inert and tough but flexible. |
Chemically inert. Tougher and harder than LDP |