NEETChemistryPolymers
What is the primary component used to manufacture synthetic rubbers?
Options
- AEthylene
- BPropylene
- C1,3-butadiene derivatives
- DNatural rubber latex
Correct answer
C. 1,3-butadiene derivatives
Step-by-step solution
Synthetic rubbers are typically homopolymers of 1,3-butadiene derivatives or copolymers of 1,3-butadiene or its derivatives with another unsaturated monomer.