The chemical name of teflon is .

polytetrafluoroethene

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The correct option is A polytetrafluoroethene
Teflon is the polymer of tetrafluoroethylene. Its chemical name is polytetrafluoroethene. It is used for coating cooking utensils and industrial equipment to avoid sticking.

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