Which outcome results when a catalyst degrades during polymerization?

💡 Explanation

Catalyst degradation slows down chain initiation, because fewer chains start while active chain concentration also lowers. Therefore, more monomers add per starting chain, thus increasing average length ends early. Rather than increased conversion, overall reaction slows.

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