
Polyisopropene
nIt is possible to place a methyl group and the adjacent
hydrogen on opposite sides to reduce the steric hinderance.
nA polymer made
with such a monomer would not have the kinks and would be much
stiffer.
nGutta-percha
is such a polymer and is very stiff.
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• Gutta-percha is used as the cover on golf balls.
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