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Which of the following polymers are thermoplastic?


A

Starch

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B

Teflon

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C

Rubber

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D

Cellulose

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Solution

The correct option is B

Teflon


Explanation for correct option:

B. Teflon

Thermoplastic:

  • “The plastic which gets deformed easily on heating and can be bent easily are known as thermoplastics.”
  • Thermoplastic polymers hold the property that they are soft and flexible at some temperatures.
  • They can be categorized into liner or chain polymers.
  • Examples of thermoplastic polymers are Teflon, Polyethylene as well as Polyvinyl chloride.

Explanation for incorrect options:

A. Starch is a natural polymer that is made up of glucose.

C. Natural rubber is a polymer of Isoprene monomer.

D. Cellulose is a natural polymer that is made up of glucose.

Hence, the correct option is B i.e. Teflon is a thermoplastic.


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