Physical World, Units and Measurements P-1

Polymers
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)

Q.1. Match List I with List II:

List I - (Monomer) List II - (Polymer)

(A) Tetrafluoroethene (I) Orlon

(B) Acrylonitrile (II) Natural rubber

(C) Caprolactam (III) Teflon

(D) Isoprene (IV) Nylon-6

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Q.2. Match List I with List II

 LIST I LIST II

A. Weak I. Hexamethylenediamine +
intermolecular adipic acid
forces of attraction

B. Hydrogen bonding II. AlEt3+TiCl4

C. Heavily branched III. 2 - chloro - 1, 3 -

polymer butadiene

D. High density IV. Phenol + formaldehyde

polymer

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q.3. Match the following

 Column A Column B

(a) Nylon 6 (I) Natural Rubber

(b) Vulcanized Rubber (II) Cross Linked

(c) cis-1, 4-polyisoprene (III) Caprolactam

(d) Polychloroprene (IV) Neoprene

Choose the correct answer from options given below:

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Q.4. Match List I with List II

LIST I LIST II
(Examples) (Type)

A. 2-chloro-1,3- butadiene I. Biodegradable polymer

B. Nylon 2-nylon 6 II. Synthetic Rubber

C. Polyacrylonitrile III. Polyester

 LIST I LIST II
(Examples) (Type)

D. Dacron IV. Addition Polymer

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Q.5. Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Ethene at 333 to 343 K and 6-7 atm pressure in the

presence of AlEt3 and TiCl4 undergoes addition polymerization to
give LDP.

Statement II : Caprolactam at 533- 543 K in H2O through step

growth polymerizes to give Nylon 6.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer

from the options given below:
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Q.6. The polymer X - consists of linear molecules and is closely

packed. It is prepared in the presence of triethylaluminium and
titanium tetrachloride under low pressure. The polymer X is-

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Q.7. Buna-S can be represented as:

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Q.8. Match List I with List II

List I List II
Polymer Type/Class

(A) Nylon-2-Nylon-6 (I) Thermosetting polymer

(B) Buna-N (II) Biodegradable polymer

(C) Urea-formaldehyde resin (III) Synthetic rubber

(D) Dacron (IV) Polyester

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Q.9. Polymer used in orlon is :

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Q.10. Caprolactam when heated at high temperature in presence
of water, gives
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Q.11. Match List I with List II

List I List II

A. Elastomeric polymer I. Urea formaldehyde resin

B. Fibre Polymer II. Polystyrene

C. Thermosetting Polymer III. Polyester

D. Thermoplastic Polymer IV. Neoprene

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Q.12. Match List I with List II

List I (Name of polymer) List II (Uses)

A. Glyptal I. Flexible pipes

B. Neoprene II. Synthetic wool

C. Acrilan III. Paints and Lacquers

D. LDP IV. Gaskets

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 Answer Key & Explanation

1. Ans. (A)
Explanation
The correct match between List I (Monomer) and List II
(Polymer) is as follows:

(A) Tetrafluoroethene → (III) Teflon

(B) Acrylonitrile → (I) Orlon

(C) Caprolactam → (IV) Nylon-6

(D) Isoprene → (II) Natural rubber

So, the correct answer is:

A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II

2. Ans. (A)
Explanation
(A) Weak Intermolecular Forces are present in polymer of 2-
chloro, 1, 3-butadiene

(B) Hydrogen Bonding is present in NYLON-66 which is a polymer

of Hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid

(C) Heavily branched polymer is Bakelite which is polymer of

phenol and formaldehyde
(D) High density polymer prepration
requires AL(Et)3 and TiCl4 as a catalyst (Ziegler Natta Catalyst)
3. Ans. (A)
Explanation
Nylon 6 is a synthetic polymer made from caprolactam, so it
corresponds to Column A, option (c), which matches with Column
B, option (I).

Vulcanized rubber is rubber that has been treated with sulfur or

other additives to make it more durable, so it corresponds to
Column A, option (b), which matches with Column B, option (II).

Cis-1,4-polyisoprene is a naturally occurring polymer found in

natural rubber, so it corresponds to Column A, option (a), which
matches with Column B, option (III).

Polychloroprene is a synthetic polymer used to make neoprene, a

type of synthetic rubber, so it corresponds to Column A, option
(d), which matches with Column B, option (IV).

Therefore, the correct matching is:

Option A is the correct answer.

4. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Let's look at each example in List I and try to identify its type:

A. 2-chloro-1,3-butadiene: This is an example of a synthetic

rubber, which is a type of polymer.

B. Nylon 2-nylon 6: This is a type of nylon polymer, which is a

type of polyester.
C. Polyacrylonitrile: This is an example of a biodegradable
polymer, which can be broken down by microorganisms.

D. Dacron: This is an example of an addition polymer, which is a

polymer formed by the addition of monomers.

Now, let's look at the types in List II and match them with their
corresponding examples:

I. Biodegradable polymer: This matches with example C, which is

Polyacrylonitrile.

II. Synthetic Rubber: This matches with example A, which is 2-

chloro-1,3-butadiene.

III. Polyester: This matches with example B, which is Nylon 2-

nylon 6.

IV. Addition polymer: This matches with example D, which is

Dacron.

Therefore, the correct matching of List I with List II is:

A - II (Synthetic rubber)

B - III (Polyester)

C - I (Biodegradable polymer)

D - IV (Addition polymer)

Hence, the correct answer is A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III.

5. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Statement I is false. Ethene (ethylene) under certain conditions
(high pressure, high temperature) in the presence of catalysts
does undergo addition polymerization, but it forms polyethylene,
not LDP (Low-Density Polyethylene) specifically. The formation
of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) vs high-density polyethylene
(HDPE) depends on the specific conditions and catalysts used.
The catalysts mentioned (AlEt3 and TiCl4) are associated with the
production of HDPE through the Ziegler-Natta process, not LDPE.

Statement II is true. Caprolactam polymerizes to form Nylon 6 via

a ring-opening polymerization mechanism, which is a type of
step-growth polymerization. The process is often carried out at
high temperatures, and water is a byproduct of the reaction, so
the description in Statement II is accurate.

Therefore, Option C (Statement I is false but Statement II is true)

is the correct answer.

6. Ans. (A)
Explanation
The polymer X described in the question is synthesized using
triethylaluminium and titanium tetrachloride under low pressure.
This is a clear indication that the Ziegler-Natta catalyst is used,
which is typically employed in the synthesis of high-density
polyethylene (HDPE).

High-density polyethylene is made up of linear molecules that

pack closely together, giving the material its high density. This is
in contrast to low-density polyethylene (LDPE), which has a
branched structure that prevents the chains from packing closely
together.

So, the polymer X is :

Option A: High-density polyethylene.

7. Ans. (A)
Explanation
8. Ans. (C)
Explanation

• Nylon-2-Nylon-6 is a biodegradable polymer. It is made from

two monomers, hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid. The
polymer is strong and durable, but it can also be broken
down by bacteria and other microorganisms. This makes it a
good choice for use in products that are designed to be
biodegradable, such as food packaging and medical implants.
• Buna N is a synthetic rubber. It is made from a mixture of
1,3-butadiene and acrylonitrile. The polymer is strong and
flexible, and it is resistant to wear and tear. Buna N is used in
a variety of applications, including tires, hoses, and belts.

• Urea-formaldehyde is a thermosetting resin. It is made from

a mixture of urea and formaldehyde. The polymer is hard
and strong, and it is resistant to heat, water, and chemicals.
Urea-formaldehyde is used in a variety of applications,
including adhesives, coatings, and foams.
• Dacron is a polyester. It is made from a mixture of
terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol. The polymer is strong,
durable, and lightweight. Dacron is used in a variety of
applications, including clothing, fabrics, and bottles.

9. Ans. (B)
10. Ans. (B)
Explanation

11. Ans. (C)

Explanation

A. Elastomeric fibre (IV) Neoprene

B. Fibre polymer (III) Polyester

C. Thermosetting polymer (I) Urea Formaldehyde Resin

D. Thermoplastic polymer (II) Polystyrene

12. Ans. (D)

Explanation
(A) Glyptal - (III) Paints and Lacquers

(B) Neoprene - (IV) Gaskets

(C) Acrilan - (II) Synthetic wool

(D) LDP - (I) Flexible pipes

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Numerical

Q.1.

The number of carbon atoms present in the product B is _______________.

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Q.2. The Novolac polymer has mass of 963 g. The number of monomer
units present in it are
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Answer Key & Explanation

1. Ans. Correct answer is 1

Explanation

2. Ans. Correct answer is 9

Explanation
Novolac is
Molar mass of monomer is 107 g/mol

n=963/107=9

The number of monomer units present in it is 9.

MCQ (Single Correct Answer)

Q.1. Which of the following is NOT a natural polymer?

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Q.2. Match List I with List II

 List - I (Polymer) List - II (Nature)

(A) (I) Thermosetting polymer

(B) (II) Fibers

(C) (III) Elastomer

(D) (IV) Thermoplastic polymer

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Q.3. Terylene polymer is obtained by condensation of :

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Q.4. Match List - I with List - II.

List - I List - II
(Polymer) (Monomer)

(A) Neoprene (I) Acrylonitrile

(B) Teflon (II) Chloroprene

(C) Acrilan (III) Tetrafluoroethene

(D) Natural rubber (IV) Isoprene

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Q.5. Match List I with List II.

List I List II

Polymers Commercial names

(A) Phenol-formaldehyde resin (I) Glyptal

(B) Copolymer of 1,3-butadiene and sterene (II) Novolac

(C) Polyester of glycol and phthalic acid (III) Buna-S

(D) Polyester of glycol and terephthalic acid (IV) Dacron

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Q.6. Vulcanization of rubber is carried out by heating a mixture of

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Q.7. Match List I with List II :

List I List II

(A) Nylon 6, 6 (I) Buckets

(B) Low density polythene (II) Non-stick utensils

(C) High density polythene (III) Bristles of brushes

(D) Teflon (IV) Toys

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Q.8. Melamine polymer is formed by the condensation of:

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Q.9. Match List - I with List - II.

Choose the correct match from the options given below:

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Q.10. Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and
the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : Dacron is an example of polyester polymer.

Reason R: Dacron is made up of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid
monomers.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer
from the options given below.

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Q.11. The polymer, which can be stretched and remains its original status
on releasing the force is

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Q.12. Given below are two statements, one is Assertion (A) and other is
Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Natural rubber is a linear polymer of isoprene called sis-

polyisoprene with elastic properties.
Reason (R) : The cis-polyisoprene molecules consist of various chains held
together by strong polar interactions with coiled structure.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct one from the
options given below:

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Q.13. Which one of the following is NOT a copolymer?

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Q.14. Which is true about Buna-N?

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Q.15. Match List - I with List - II

List - I List - II
(Polymer) (Used in)

(A) Bakelite (I) Radio and television cabinets

(B) Glyptal (II) Electrical switches

(C) PVC (III) Paints and Lacquers

(D) Polystyrene (IV) Water pipes

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Q.16. Which of the following sets are correct regarding polymer?
(A) Copolymer : Buna-S

(B) Condensation polymer : Nylon-6,6

(C) Fibres : Nylon-6,6

(D) Thermosetting polymer : Terylene

(E) Homopolymer : Buna-N

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Q.17. Which of the following is not an example of a condensation

polymer?
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Q.18. Which of the following is an example of polyester?

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Q.19. A polysaccharide 'X' on boiling with dil H2SO4 at 393 K under 2-3 atm
pressure yields 'Y'. 'Y' on treatment with bromine water gives gluconic acid.
'X' contains β-glycosidic linkages only. Compound 'X' is :

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 Answer Key & Explanation

1. Ans. (D)
Explanation
Starch, Protein, Rubber are natural polymer.

Rayon is a semi-synthetic Fiber, made from natural sources of regenerated

cellulose, such as wood and related agricultural products.

2. Ans. (B)
Explanation

3. Ans. (C)
Explanation
4. Ans. (A)
Explanation

5. Ans. (B)
Explanation
6. Ans. (C)
Explanation
When a mixture of isoprene and sulphur is heated, isoprene gets
polymerised to natural rubber and then vulcanization of natural rubber with
sulphur takes place.

7. Ans. (B)
Explanation
Nylon 6,6→ used in making bristles of brushes

Low density polythene → used in making Toys

High density polythene → used in making Buckets

Teflon → used in making non-stick utensils

8. Ans. (A)
Explanation
Melamine polymer is formed by the condensation polymerization of
melamine and formaldehyde.

9. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Neoprene Polymer has structure.

10. Ans. (A)

Explanation

11. Ans. (C)

Explanation
Buna – N is synthetic rubber which can be stretched and retains its original
status on releasing the force.

12. Ans. (C)

Explanation
Natural rubber is linear polymer of isoprene (2- methyl-1,3-butadiene) and is
also called cis-1,4- polyisoprene. The cis-polyisoprene molecules consists
of various chains held together by weak Vander Waal‟s interactions and
has a coiled structure.

13. Ans. (B)

Explanation
Buna-S, PHBr and Butadiene-styrene are copolymer. Only neoprene is
namopolymer.

14. Ans. (C)

Explanation
It is copolymerization of 1, 3-butadiene and acrylonitrile.

15. Ans. (A)

Explanation

List - I List - II
(Polymer) (Used in)

(A) Bakelite (II) Electrical switches

(B) Glyptal (III) Paints and Lacqures

(C) PVC (IV) Water pipes

(D) Polystyrene (I) Radio and television Cabinets

Therefore, the correct option is (A).

16. Ans. (A)

Explanation
17. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Nylon 6,6 is a condensation polymer of hexamethylene diamine and adipic
acid

Dacron is a condensation polymer of terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol.

Buna- N is an addition polymer of 1, 3-butadiene and acrylonitrile

Silicone is a condensation polymer of dialkyl silanediol.

18. Ans. (D)

Explanation
Polyesters are formed by condensation reaction between alcohols and
carboxylic acid.
Hence, PHBV is a polyester.

19. Ans. (B)

Explanation

On boiling with dil. H2SO4 at 393 K under 2-3 atm, ' X ' forms glucose, which
given gluconic acid on treatment with bromine water.
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Numerical
Q.1 A peptide synthesized by the reactions of one molecule each of Glycine, Leucine,
Aspartic acid and Histidine will have _________ peptide linkages.
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Numerical Answer Key

1. Ans. (3)

Numerical Explanation

Ans 1. Combination of n amino acids gives a polypeptide with (n – 1) peptide

linkages.
Similarly combination of four amino acids gives a tetrapeptide with three peptide
linkages.

MCQ (Single Correct Answer)

Q.1 Monomer units of Dacron polymer are :

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Q.2 Which among the following is not a polyester?

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Q.3 Monomer of Novolac is :

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Q.4 The polymer formed on heating Novolac with formaldehyde is :

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Q.5 Staggered and eclipsed conformers of ethane are :

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Q.6 A biodegradable polyamide can be made from :

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Q.7
is a repeating unit for :

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Q.8 Match List-I with List-II :

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Q.9 Bakelite is a cross-linked polymer of formaldehyde and :

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Q.10 Identify the incorrect statement from the following

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Q.11 Orlon fibres are made up of :

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Q.12 Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Non-biodegradable wastes are generated by the thermal power
plants.
Statement II : Bio-degradable detergents leads to eutrophication.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the
options given below :
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Q.13 Which of the following polymer is used in the manufacture of wood laminates?

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Q.14 The structure of Neoprene is :

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Q.15 Which statement is correct?

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Q.16 In polymer Buna-S : 'S' stands for :

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Q.17 Match List I with List II.

List I List II
(Monomer Unit) (Polymer)

(a) Caprolactum (i) Natural

rubber
(b) 2-Chloro-1, 3- (ii) Buna-N
butadiene
(c) Isoprene (iii) Nylon 6

(d) Acrylonitrile (iv) Neoprene

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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MCQ Answer Key

1. Ans. (B) 7. Ans. (A) 13. Ans. (B)

2. Ans. (A) 8. Ans. (B) 14. Ans. (A)
3. Ans. (C) 9. Ans. (C) 15. Ans. (B)
4. Ans. (A) 10. Ans. (A) 16. Ans. (B)
5. Ans. (B) 11. Ans. (A) 17. Ans. (B)
6. Ans. (C) 12. Ans. (B)

MCQ Explanation
Ans 1.

Ans 2. Novolac is a linear polymer of [Ph-Oh + HCHO].

So ester linkage not present.
So novolac is not a polyester.

Ans 3.

Ans 4. Novolac + formaldehyde → Bakelite

Ans 5. Staggered and eclipsed conformers of ethane also known as rotamers

Ans 6. A biodegradable polyamide nylon-2-Nylon-6 is made from glycine and amino

caproic acid

Ans 7.
Ans 8.

Ans 9. Novolac (phenol formaldehyde Resin) → Bakelite

Ans 10. Amylose is a linear chain polymer of α-D-glucose while amylopectine is

branched chain polymer of α-D-glucose.

Ans 11. Orlon fibers are made up of Polyacrylonitrile.

Ans 12. Non-biodegradable wastes are generated by thermal power which produce
fly ash.
Nowadays most of the detergents available are biodegradable. The bacteria
responsible for degrading biodegradable detergent feed on it and grow rapidly.
While growing, they may use up all the oxygen dissolved in water which cause
Eutrophication.

Ans 13. Urea-formaldehyde resin is used in wood laminates.

Ans 14. Neoprene is a polymer of monomer chloroprene.

Ans 15. Buna-S is an elastomer

Buna-N is a synthetic polymer
Buna-S is polymerised by addition polymerisation method which needs radical
initiator for chain propagation step. Nascent oxygen can be used as an Radical
initiator.
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber.

Ans 16.

Ans 17.