NEETChemistryPolymers
What is the primary characteristic of Teflon that makes it chemically inert and resistant to corrosive reagents?
Options
- AHigh density
- BPresence of aromatic rings
- CFluorine atoms
- DHigh molar mass
Correct answer
C. Fluorine atoms
Step-by-step solution
The presence of fluorine atoms in Teflon is the primary characteristic that makes it chemically inert and resistant to corrosive reagents.