JEE Main & Advanced JEE Main Solved Paper-2016

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    Which of the following statements about low density polythene is FALSE ? [JEE Main Solved Paper-2016 ]

    A) It is used in the manufacture of buckets, dust-bins etc.

    B) Its synthesis requires high pressure

    C) It is a poor conductor of electricity

    D) Its synthesis requires dioxygen or a peroxide initiator as a catalyst.

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Low density polythene : It is obtained by the polymerisation of ethene under high presure of 1000-2000 atm. at a temp. of 350 K to 570 K in the pressure of traces of dioxygen or a peroxide initiator (cont). Low density polythene is chemically inert and poor conductor of electricity. It is used for manufacture squeeze bottles. toys and flexible pipes.


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