Which outcome occurs when a polymer coating experiences excessive exposure to UV radiation?

💡 Explanation

When a polymer coating experiences excessive UV radiation, chain scission occurs because high-energy photons break covalent bonds in the polymer backbone, leading to polymer degradation and reduced molecular weight. Therefore chain scission results, rather than increased flexibility, VOC absorption, or hardening, which rely on different chemical processes and conditions.

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