Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A vinyl monomer is an organic compound containing at least one vinyl group (-CH=CH2) that can undergo polymerization to form polyvinyl compounds. These monomers are crucial in producing a wide range of plastic materials through addition reactions.
Hydrocarbons that contain at least one carbon-carbon double bond, serving as the foundational structure for vinyl monomers.
Addition reaction: A type of chemical reaction where two or more molecules combine to form a larger molecule, typically involving unsaturated molecules like alkenes and alkynes