Free Polymers MCQs with Answers
72 Polymers MCQs from Chemistry, each with the correct answer and a written explanation of why it is correct. Free and unlimited, with no account needed.
Polymers are large molecules made from repeating monomer units joined by covalent bonds. The topic distinguishes addition polymers such as polyethylene, PVC and polystyrene from condensation polymers such as nylon and polyester, and relates chain structure to thermoplastics, thermosetting polymers, elastomers, properties, uses and environmental concerns.
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- A. Polyester resins
- B. Epoxy paints
- C. Polyamide resins
- D. Polyvinyl chloride
Explanation: Epoxy paints are used to coat industrial materials and thermal power-station equipment because cured epoxy polymers adhere strongly and…
Correct answer: Epoxy paints- A. Vinyl chloride
- B. Styrene
- C. Methylmethacrylate
- D. Hexamethylenediamine
Explanation: Methyl methacrylate is the important monomer of acrylic resins and polymerizes to form polymethyl methacrylate.
Correct answer: Methylmethacrylate43. Polymers described as large molecules built up from small repeating units called________________?
- A. Biopolymers
- B. Dimers
- C. Monomers
- D. metamers
Explanation: Polymers are very large molecules made by repeatedly joining small molecules called monomers, so monomer is the correct term for the…
Correct answer: Monomers- A. iron
- B. fertilizer
- C. paper
- D. none
Explanation: Iron, fertiliser and paper manufacture all involve large-scale plants, substantial raw materials and high energy use, so each is commonly…
Correct answer: none- A. 2
- B. 3
- C. 4
- D. 5
Explanation: Paper fibres become shorter and weaker each time they are pulped, so newspaper is commonly stated in textbook questions to be recyclable…
Correct answer: 5- A. carboxylic acids
- B. ketones
- C. aldehydes
- D. polymers
Explanation: Polymers are very large organic molecules formed by joining many repeating monomer units, so they have high molecular masses.
Correct answer: polymers- A. Polyester resins
- B. Epoxy paints
- C. polyamide resins
- D. Polyvinyl chloride
Explanation: Epoxy paints contain epoxy resins, cross-linked polymers that adhere strongly and resist heat, chemicals and moisture.
Correct answer: Epoxy paints- A. Teflon
- B. asbestos
- C. saran
- D. acrylic
Explanation: Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous silicate mineral and is therefore classified as a mineral fibre.
Correct answer: asbestos- A. Hexamethylene diamine and Adipic acid
- B. Ethylene glycol and Phthalic acid
- C. Ethylene glycol and Adipic acid
- D. Hexamethylene diamine and Phthalic Acid
Explanation: Nylon-6,6 is a polymer formed by the condensation polymerization of hexamethylene diamine and adipic acid.
Correct answer: Hexamethylene diamine and Adipic acid- A. C2H3Cl
- B. C2H6O
- C. C6H6
- D. CH2O
Explanation: Formaldehyde polymerises into metaformaldehyde. Both formaldehyde and acetaldehyde polymerize in the presence of dil.
Correct answer: CH2O- A. Nitrocellulose
- B. Ethyl acetate
- C. Butyl stearate
- D. Glycerol
Explanation: Among the substances commonly used in nail polish, one stands out as the primary film-forming agent: Ethyl acetate: Ethyl acetate is…
Correct answer: Ethyl acetate- A. Phenol + HCHO dil base -->
- B. OH + NAOH H2O -->
- C. OH + H2SO4 H2O -->
- D. OH + CH3 --C--CL--O H2SO4 -->
Explanation: Reaction of phenol with formaldehyde gives bakelite
Correct answer: Phenol + HCHO dil base -->- A. Hydrolysis
- B. Hydration
- C. Catabolism
- D. Condensation
- E. Transcription
Explanation: Explanation for this question will be added soon.
Correct answer: Condensation- A. Phenol
- B. Benzene
- C. Ethanol
- D. Benzoic Acid
Explanation: The explanation for this question will be added soon.
Correct answer: Phenol55. What is Rayon?
- A. Acetyl chloride
- B. Alkene
- C. Alkyne
- D. Acetic acid
Explanation: Acetic acid is a colourless liquid organic acid with a pungent smell and sour taste, commonly found in vinegar.
Correct answer: Acetic acid- A. Nitrogen
- B. Hydrogen
- C. Oxygen
- D. None of these
Explanation: In synthetic fibers, hydrogen bonding plays a crucial role in providing tensile strength.
Correct answer: Hydrogen- A. Acrylic resins
- B. Polyester resins
- C. PVCs
- D. Polyamide resins
Explanation: Polyester resins are synthetic resins formed by the reaction of dibasic organic acids and polyhydric alcohols.
Correct answer: Polyester resins- A. CH2=CH―CN
- B. CH3―CH2―CH2―CN
- C. CH3―CH2―CN
- D. CH3―CN
Explanation: Explanation:This is the formula of acrylonitrile, which is an organic compound used in the production of synthetic fibers and resins.
Correct answer: CH2=CH―CN- A. Monomers
- B. Isomers
- C. Metameres
- D. Tautomer
Explanation: A macromolecule is a very large molecule. That are composed of many covalently bonded atoms.
Correct answer: Monomers- A. Difluoroethane
- B. Chloroethane
- C. Chlorofluororyhane
- D. Tetrafluoroethane
Explanation: The non-stick lining of pans is made of Teflon/PTFE which is a polymer. Its monomer is tetrafluoroethane.
Correct answer: Tetrafluoroethane