Question

Which of the following statements about low density polythene is false?

• A. It is a poor conductor of electricity
• B. Its synthesis requires dioxygen or a peroxide initiator as a catalyst
• C. It is used in the manufacture of buckets, dustbins etc
• D. Its synthesis requires high pressure

Answer 1

The correct option is C It is used in the manufacture of buckets, dustbins etc

a) Low density polythene are mainly used for electrical insulation
b) The synthesis of low density polythene is a high pressure process and involves free radical polymerization. So its synthesis requires dioxygen or a peroxide initiator as a catalyst
c) HDPE is used in making buckets and dustbins
d) Its synthesis requires high pressure