Rayon and cellophone are formed of

Cellulose xanthate

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Cellulose nitrate

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Cellulose acetate

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Carboxymethyl cellulose

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Solution

The correct option is B Cellulose xanthate
Cellulose is a polysaccharide. It is formed by the linkage of beta 1,4 linkage of a glucose unit. It is an important component of the cell wall of the plant. It is used for the production of paper.
Cellulose xanthate is produced from the reaction of cellulose and carbon disulfide in the presence of sodium hydroxide. When it is neutralized with sulfuric acid it produces rayon and cellophane.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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