| Abstract: | Block copolymers of ethylene and butadiene have been prepared to study their properties. The method of preparation of polybutadiene, polyethylene, and block copolymers of ethylene and butadiene with n-butyl lithium-tetramethyl ethylene diamine complex is outlined. Kinetic studies have been reported elsewhere and these are assessed to determine that suitability of the system to produce monodispersed “living” chains so that simple correlations between physical properties and molecular weight can be made. The properties were somewhat restricted by the 1,2-microstructure of the butadiene block. |
