What is a biodegradable polymer? Give an example of a biodegradable aliphatic polyester.
(N/A) polymer that can be decomposed by microorganisms (bacteria) is called a biodegradable polymer.
An example of a biodegradable aliphatic polyester is Poly$-\beta-$hydroxybutyrate$-co-\beta-$hydroxyvalerate $(PHBV)$.
An example of a biodegradable aliphatic polyester is Poly$-\beta-$hydroxybutyrate$-co-\beta-$hydroxyvalerate $(PHBV)$.
Explore More
Similar Questions
Match the following:
List-$I$ (Polymer) List-$II$ (Used in Making) $A$. Urea-formaldehyde resin $I$. Safety Helmets $B$. Glyptal $II$. Gaskets $C$. Bakelite $III$. Laminated sheets $D$. Nylon-$6,6$ $IV$. Commercial fibres $E$. Phenol-formaldehyde $V$. Paints
Correct answer is:
| List-$I$ (Polymer) | List-$II$ (Used in Making) |
|---|---|
| $A$. Urea-formaldehyde resin | $I$. Safety Helmets |
| $B$. Glyptal | $II$. Gaskets |
| $C$. Bakelite | $III$. Laminated sheets |
| $D$. Nylon-$6,6$ | $IV$. Commercial fibres |
| $E$. Phenol-formaldehyde | $V$. Paints |
Correct answer is:
Which of the following polymers is used for making magnetic recording tapes?
Easy
View Solution$A$ polymer sample contains $3$ molecules of molar mass $10^3$, $3$ molecules of molar mass $500$, and $4$ molecules of molar mass $200$. What is its weight average molecular mass?
The synthetic polymer which resembles natural rubber is
Easy
View SolutionWrite a short note on the melamine-formaldehyde polymer.
Difficult
View SolutionVedclass Products
For Students
Vedclass Test Series
Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.
Start Free TrialFor Teachers
Exam Paper Generator
Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.
Try FreeFor Institutes
Online Exam Module
Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.
See Demo