Question

Which factor imparts the crystalline nature to a polymer like nylon?

• A. Strong intermolecular forces like hydrogen bonding between chains.
• B. Van der Waals forces between the polymeric chains.
• C. Close packing of the chains due to ionic bonding between the chains.
• D. Three-dimensional network of chains.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Strong intermolecular forces like hydrogen bonding between chains.

in nylon, there is strong intermolecular hydrogen bonding between hexamethylene di ammine and di adipic acid,

the nylon is used in making sheets, bristles for brushes and in the textile industry.

so the correct option is [A].