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Q.What is Ziegler – Natta catalyst?

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Ziegler-Natta catalyst is Al(C2H5)3 + TiCl4, used to make high-density polythene from ethene.

Ziegler-Natta catalyst is a coordination catalyst system consisting of triethylaluminium, Al(C2H5)3, together with titanium tetrachloride, TiCl4.

Uses and significance:

  • It polymerises ethene (CH2=CH2) at low temperature and low pressure into linear, closely packed chains, giving high-density polythene (HDPE), which is tough and stiff. …

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