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What is the role of benzoyl peroxide in the polymerisation of ethene ?

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Benzoyl peroxide provides benzoyl free radicals `(C_(6)H_(5)CO)` which initiate and promote free radical polymerisation process.
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  11. Write the name and structure of the monomers of Bakelite polymer.

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