Polymers Ques 6

6. Which of the following organic compounds polymerizes to form the polyester Dacron?

[2014]

(a) Propylene and para $HO-(C_6 H_4)-OH$

(b) Benzoic acid and ethanol

(c) Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol

(d) Benzoic acid and para $HO-(C_6 H_4)-OH$

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 6.(c)

Solution:

  1. (c)

It is resistant to mineral and organic acids. It is used for blending with wool to provide better crease, in safety helmets and aircraft battery boxes.