Which polymer is commonly used in the production of plastic bottles?

Practice Questions

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Which polymer is commonly used in the production of plastic bottles?
  1. Polypropylene
  2. Polyethylene terephthalate
  3. Polystyrene
  4. Polyvinyl chloride

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which polymer is commonly used in the production of plastic bottles?
  • Step 1: Understand what a polymer is. A polymer is a large molecule made up of repeating units called monomers.
  • Step 2: Learn about different types of polymers. There are many types, but some are used more commonly for specific products.
  • Step 3: Identify the use of polymers in everyday items. Plastic bottles are a common item made from specific polymers.
  • Step 4: Find out which polymer is used for plastic bottles. The most common polymer for this purpose is polyethylene terephthalate.
  • Step 5: Remember the name of the polymer. It is often abbreviated as PET.
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