Question

The biodegradable polymer is

• A. Nylon-6,6
• B. Nylon 2-Nylon 6
• C. Nylon-6
• D. Buna-S

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Nylon 2-Nylon 6

The correct option is B

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Polymers are macromolecules made up of monomers that are repeated.
2. Biodegradable polymers are those that are easily broken down by aerobic and anaerobic processes in nature.
3. Biodegradable polymers can be placed in a bioactive environment to be degraded by the enzymatic activity of microorganisms such as fungi, algae, and bacteria.
4. Nylon-2 Nylon-6 is a glycine and aminocaproic acid alternating polyamide copolymer that is used to make toothbrush bristles and musical instrument strings. It is an example of a biodegradable polymer.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

Nylon – 6, 6 is a non-biodegradable polymer made up of synthetic fibres.

Option C:

Nylon–6 is a non-biodegradable polymer made up of synthetic fibres.

Option D:

Buna-S is a non-biodegradable polymer that is made from synthetic rubber.

Final answer: Nylon 2-Nylon 6 is a biodegradable polymer.