JEE Main 2016 — Polymers Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2016 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot
Question
Assertion :
Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties are better than natural cotton.
Reason :
Mechanical and aesthetic properties of cellulose can be improved by acetylation.
Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties are better than natural cotton.
Reason :
Mechanical and aesthetic properties of cellulose can be improved by acetylation.
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Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
BBoth assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for the assertion.
Step-by-step explanation
The strength of cellulose is improved by acetylation to form rayon, a semisynthetic polymer which is better than natural cotton.
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