Which of the following low molecular weight (<104), soft & waxy polymer is used in „chewing gum‟ ?
Correct answer: B. Polyvinyl acetate
- A. Cellulose acetate
- B. Polyvinyl acetate
- C. Thiokol
- D. PVC
Explanation
Polyvinyl acetate is a soft, waxy, low-molecular-weight polymer used as the gum base in chewing gum. Cellulose acetate, PVC and Thiokol have different structural and application properties.
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