Polythene is a/an________________?
Correct answer: D. Addition polymerisation product
- A. None of these
- B. Condensation polymerisation product
- C. Thermosetting material
- D. Addition polymerisation product
Explanation
Polythene, or polyethylene, forms by addition polymerisation of ethene, with no small molecule eliminated. Condensation polymers such as nylon and phenol-formaldehyde release small molecules during formation.
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