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The anionic polymerization of 2-pyrrolidone is markedly affected by 1-(1-pyrrolin-2-yl)-2-pyrrolidone which probably influences the propagation reaction. A kinetic analysis of the polymerization process demonstrates its distinct similarity with non-activated polymerization. The polymers thus obtained possess a satisfactory thermal stability.
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Roda, J., Sysel, P. & Králíček, J. Polymerization of lactams. Polymer Bulletin 5, 609–614 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00255300
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