Question 49
PolymersWhich of the following are made by the process of polymerization?
- A.Nylon and soap
- B.Nylon and artificial rubber
- C.Soap and butane
- D.Margarine and nylon.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (Nylon and artificial rubber)
Explanation
Nylon and synthetic rubber are polymers made by joining many small monomer molecules. Soap comes from saponification and margarine from hydrogenation.