AP EAMCET2013ChemistryPolymers
Example of a biodegradable polymer pair is
Options
- Anylon- 6,6 and terylene
- BPHBV and dextron
- Cbakelite and PVC
- DPET and polyethylene
Correct answer
B. PHBV and dextron
Step-by-step solution
The polymers which disintegrate by themselves during a certain period of time by enzymatic hydrolysis and to some extent by oxidation, are known as biodegradable polymers. Example Poly- -hydroxy-butyrate-co- -hydroxyvalerate (PHBV), which is used in orthopaedic devices and in controlled drug release, and poly (glycollic acid) poly (lactic acid) or commonly known as dextron, which is used for stitching of wounds after operation.