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Correct the following statements by changing the underlined part of the sentence.
Teflon is an example of `ul("copolymers")`

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To correct the statement "Teflon is an example of copolymers," we need to identify the correct classification of Teflon. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Type of Polymer**: Teflon is a polymer made from the monomer tetrafluoroethene (CF2=CF2). It is important to know that Teflon is not made from two different types of monomers, which is a requirement for copolymers. 2. **Define Copolymers vs. Homopolymers**: - **Copolymers** are polymers that are made from two or more different types of monomers. ...
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