JEE Main 2016 — Polymers Question with Solution
JEE Main 2016 (03 Apr)
Question
Which of the following statements about low density polythene is FALSE?
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Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
BIt is used in the manufacture of buckets, dust - bins etc.
Step-by-step explanation
Low density polythene: It is obtained by the polymerization of ethene high pressure of 1000-2000 atm. at a temp. of 350 K to 570 K in the pressure of traces of dioxygen or a peroxide initiator (cont).
Low density polythene is chemically inert and poor conductor of electricity. It is used for manufacture squeeze bottles, toys and flexible pipes.
Low density polythene is chemically inert and poor conductor of electricity. It is used for manufacture squeeze bottles, toys and flexible pipes.
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