Name two natural polymers. Write down four advantages polythene has over natural materials because of which it is widely used.

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Cellulose and silk are two natural polymers. Four advantages of polythene are:
(i) It is tough.
(ii) It can be rolled into sheets.
(iii) It can be moulded into desired shape.
(iv) It does not react chemically.

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Name two natural polymers. Write down four advantages polythene has over natural materials because of which it is widely used.

Cellulose and silk are two natural polymers. Four advantages of polythene are:(i) It is tough.(ii) It can be rolled into sheets.(iii) It can be moulded into desired shape.(iv) It does not react chemically.

Cellulose and silk are two natural polymers. Four advantages of polythene are:
(i) It is tough.
(ii) It can be rolled into sheets.
(iii) It can be moulded into desired shape.
(iv) It does not react chemically.