This document discusses polymerization methods, including homogeneous and heterogeneous techniques. Homogeneous techniques involve a pure monomer or homogeneous monomer-polymer solution, and can be bulk or solution polymerization. Bulk polymerization produces high purity polymers but becomes difficult to control at high conversion due to increased viscosity. Solution polymerization uses a solvent to reduce viscosity and aid heat transfer. Heterogeneous techniques include suspension and emulsion polymerization, where the formed polymer is insoluble and precipitates out. Suspension uses an aqueous system to disperse the monomer phase, while emulsion polymerization employs an emulsifier and water to disperse the monomer and form polymer particles.