Polymers Question 123
Question: In the process of forming -mercerised cellulose- the swelling of cellulose is caused by
Options:
A) Water
B) $ Na_2CO_3 $
C) $ Aq.NaOH $
D) $ Aq.HCl $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Cellulose forms a transluscent mass on treatment with conc. $ NaOH $ which imparts a silky lustre to cotton. This process is mercerisation and the cotton so produced is known as mercerised cotton.
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