Consider the following statements:
- Non-stick utensils are made of teflon, which is a polymer of polytetrafluoroethylene.
- Sodium hydroxide is used to prepare soaps and paper.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
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Only 1
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Only 2
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Both 1 and 2
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Neither 1 nor 2
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct. Teflon is polytetrafluoroethylene, which is a waxy and an opaque material. It is employed as a coating on cooking utensils and in industrial applications.
Statement 2 is also correct. Sodium hydroxide is a high alkaline chemical compound often used for cleaning products, water purification and the manufacture of paper products.