Multiple choice

Silicones contain chains of oxygen, atoms and _________

  1. S

  2. C

  3. Si

  4. Se
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Silicones are inorganic polymers, i.e. there are no carbon atoms in the backbone chain. The backbone is a chain of alternating silicon and oxygen atoms. Each silicone has two groups attached to it, and these can be any organic groups. Polydimethylsiloxane is the most common silicon.

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