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I dont understand how they got this answer for the structure of j

Compound I is the monomer for the biodegradable polymer J.
Draw two repeat units of polymer J and suggest a reason why it is biodegradable.
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Original post by taqiyah
I dont understand how they got this answer for the structure of j

Compound I is the monomer for the biodegradable polymer J.
Draw two repeat units of polymer J and suggest a reason why it is biodegradable.

Ester bond formed between COOH and OH
Best to redraw I as this:

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allows you to form the ester bond easily, as you can see the OH and COOH are on the opposite sides
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oh yes i understand it now, thank you very much
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