Which of the polymer has weakest intermolecular force of attraction?

nylon

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poly(vinyl chloride)

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cellulose

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natural rubber

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Solution

The correct option is D natural rubber
The order of the strength of the polymer is -
Elastomer < Thermoplastic < Fibers < Thermosetting plastic

Natural rubber is an elastomer. So it would have the weakest intermolecular force of attraction.

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(a) Nylon

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