Biodegradable Polymers

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Biodegradable Polymers: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Biodegradable Polymers, Nylon-2-Nylon-6, Poly Beta-Hydroxybutyrate-Co-Beta-Hydroxy Valerate and, Preparation and Uses of PHBV

Important Questions on Biodegradable Polymers

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Nylon threads are made of –

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The structure of the polymer formed in the above reaction is

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Which is not the biodegradable polymer?

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The monomer units of PHBV is

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Monomers of Nylon-2, nylon 6 is

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Which of the following is biodegradable polymer?

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The monomer unit of PHBV is

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Which one is biodegradable polymer?

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A biodegradable polyamide can be made from:

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A polymer X is used in the controlled release of drugs. On hydrolysis of X, we get  Y and Z, which on reaction with LiAlH4 gives: 

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Identify the mismatch in the following:

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Select the incorrect statement about nylon-2-nylon-6.

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The monomers of PHBV are:

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Biodegradable polymer is :

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Biodegradable polymer which can be produced from glycine and aminocaproic acid is: 

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In which of the following the tensile strength is maximum?

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Polylactic acid (PLA) is one of the most common biodegradable polymers, but it is not prepared by polyesterfication of lactic acid so as to avoid water being formed in the reaction. It is prepared by the polymerization of a compound with stannous compounds as catalysts. The probable monomer is

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Which of the  following catalyst is used in dimerisation of acetylene to prepare chloroprene ? 

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Among the following options, which one will be nylon? 

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Select the biodegradable polymer: