Haloaldehyde Polymers. XXX. Macromolecular Asymmetry as the Basis of Optical Activity in Polymers
- 1 January 1988
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Macromolecular Science: Part A - Chemistry
- Vol. 25 (5) , 519-535
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00222338808053382
Abstract
The synthesis of polymers characterized by a preferred helical screw sense (macromolecular asymmetry) is a subject of considerable experimental interest. Here, we summarize our efforts toward the preparation of optically active polychloral in which asymmetry at the macromolecular level is the only factor contributing to the polymer's chiroptical properties. Through the use of chiral initiating species, we have prepared optically active polychloral with specific rotations reaching 4500° at the sodium D-line. The results of this work and the prospects for further investigation are outlined.Keywords
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