In nylon-6, the number 6 represents the total number of_________________?
Correct answer: B. Carbon atoms in the linear polymer chain
- A. Carbon atoms in the ring
- B. Carbon atoms in the linear polymer chain
- C. Nitrogen atoms in the ring
- D. Hydrogen atoms in the ring
Explanation
The “6” in nylon-6 refers to the six carbon atoms contributed by each caprolactam molecule, represented by the six carbons in the repeating polymer unit. It does not refer to nitrogen or hydrogen atoms.
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