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Which polymerization reaction leads to the formation of terylene or dacron?

Options

  1. AAddition polymerization
  2. BRadical polymerization
  3. CStep growth polymerization
  4. DCondensation polymerization

Correct answer

C. Step growth polymerization

Step-by-step solution

Terylene or dacron is formed by the interaction of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid, which is an example of step growth polymerization.

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