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Chemistry · Oct / Nov 2018 · Paper 12 · Question 39

5070Polymers

Poly(lactic) acid is a polymer used to make biodegradable cups. The partial structure of poly(lactic) acid is shown. Which statements apply to poly(lactic) acid? 1 It is made by addition polymerisation. 2 It is made by condensation polymerisation. 3 It is a polyester. 4 The monomer used to make it is ethene.

  1. A1 and 3
  2. B1 and 4
  3. C2 and 3
  4. D2 and 4

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Correct answer: C. 2 and 3

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