CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF MALEIC ANHYDRIDE-STYRENE COPOLYMER AND INVESTIGATION WITH SPECTROSCOPIC TECHNIQUES.

This study explores the chemical modification of styrene-maleic anhydride (SMA) copolymers and subsequent characterization using spectroscopic techniques. The focus lies on understanding the relationship between the modification process and the resulting changes in the copolymer's structure and properties. The research involves: 1)Implementing controlled chemical reactions to introduce functional groups or alter the existing functionalities within the SMA copolymer; 2)Employing techniques like Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), and potentially other methods to investigate the chemical environment and bonding interactions within the modified copolymers. The analysis aims to: 1)Identify the presence and nature of the introduced functional groups or structural changes; 2)Quantify the extent of modification achieved through the chosen chemical reactions. 3)Correlate the observed spectroscopic features with the specific modification procedures. This investigation sheds light on the effectiveness of the employed chemical modification strategies and provides valuable insights into the structure-property relationship of the resulting copolymers. The findings can contribute to the development of novel functional materials with tailored properties for various potential applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]