Multiple choice

Which of the following is the incorrect match of ‘polymer and its trade name’?

  1. PET-Dacron

  2. PTFE-Teflon

  3. PFR-Bakelite

  4. MAPM-Nomex

  5. PAN-Vectran
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) is made from the addition polymerisation of acrylonitrile and is manufactured under the brand name of orlon. Vectran is the brand name of aromatic polyester used as reinforcing fibres for ropes and sailcloth. It is also used in manufacturing badminton strings, bike tyres and in electronics applications.

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