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How would i calculate the weight of a mer, for example a mer of PTFE.
Molecular Weight of Mer - Calculate PTFE Mer Weight
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The molecular weight of a mer in polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) can be calculated by determining the molar mass of the repeat unit, which is -C(F2)-C(F2)-. The repeat unit corresponds to C2F4, and its molar mass is essential for understanding the properties of PTFE. The calculation involves summing the atomic weights of carbon and fluorine in the formula C2F4, leading to a definitive molecular weight value for the mer.
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