Which of the following is added to improve flexibility of PVC?
A
Rubber
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B
Plasticizers
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C
Ethane
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D
Flexicizers
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Solution
The correct option is C Plasticizers With some additives in PVC, the physical and mechanical properties are improved.
Different additives such as plasticizers, fillers, stabilizer, pigments were mixed. These are added in order to increase the elongation i.e; its flexibility.