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Nylon is obtained by heating___________________?

Correct answer: D. Adipic acid with hexamethylene diamine

  • A. Acrylic acid
  • B. Epichlorohydrin
  • C. Vinyl chloride
  • D. Adipic acid with hexamethylene diamine

Explanation

Nylon-6,6 is made by condensation polymerization of adipic acid with hexamethylene diamine, producing polyamide chains and water. A student may choose vinyl chloride because it is a monomer, but vinyl chloride forms PVC, not nylon.

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