In nylon-66, the first and second numbers (i.e., 6) respectively designate the number of carbon atoms present in the_________________?

Correct answer: B. Hexamethylene diamine and the adipic acid

  • A. Hexamethylene diamine and the ring
  • B. Hexamethylene diamine and the adipic acid
  • C. Adipic acid and the ring
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The two sixes in nylon-6,6 indicate six carbon atoms in each monomer: hexamethylene diamine and adipic acid. The numbers do not refer to a ring structure.

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