MHT CET20244 May 2024Morning ShiftChemistryPolymersActual
Which from following statements about neoprene is false?
Options
- AIt is a copolymer and polymerization occurs in presence of MgO .
- BIt is a synthetic rubber.
- CIt is used to prepare hose pipes for transport of gasoline.
- DThe monomer involved in its preparation is unsaturated.
Correct answer
A. It is a copolymer and polymerization occurs in presence of MgO .
Step-by-step solution
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber (elastomer), an addition polymer of chloroprene (2-chloro-1,3-butadiene). It is used to prepare hose pipes for transport of gasoline.