Statement 1: Items made from this material are non-biodegradable. Statement 2: This material is used to make CD and DVD covers. Which material satisfies both of these statements?
A
Polyvinyl chloride
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B
Polystyrene
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C
Polyethylene
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D
Polypropylene
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Solution
The correct option is B Polystyrene Polystyrene is a non-biodegradable material which is used to make thermo-insulating parts of electric appliances like refrigerators, gears of machines, toys, protective coverings like covers of CD and DVD. Thermocol is made up of polystyrene. It is used to pack delicate items.