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‘X’ is a large molecule formed by joining of repeating structural units and can be obtained both by natural and man-made sources. Identify ‘X’.

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Aldehydes

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Polymers

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Acid

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Alcohol

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Solution

The correct option is B Polymers
Polymers are formed by the joining of repeating structural units on a large scale. Polymers can be obtained both naturally and man-made.

Whereas aldehydes, alcohol and acids are examples of the functional groups.

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