Preparation of a functionalized copolymer: Poly [styrene-co-4-(2-hydroxyethyl)-α-methylstyrene]

Abstract A functionalized copolymer of styrene and 4-(2-hydroxyethyl)-α-methyl styrene has been prepared. The comonomer is easily synthesized by reaction of the Grignard compound of 4-chloro-α-methylstyrene with ethylene oxide