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Kinetics of Polymer Degradation

Chemical Kinetics Fundamentals → Lifetime Prediction and Accelerated Aging

This learning path explores the chemical kinetics governing polymer degradation, focusing on thermal, oxidative, and hydrolytic pathways. It covers fundamental kinetic principles, polymer-specific mechanisms, and practical methods for predicting material lifetime using Arrhenius extrapolation. Designed for university students interested in materials stability, the path integrates chemical kinetics and polymer chemistry to build a comprehensive understanding of degradation processes.