Question
Chemistry Question on Polymers
Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties are better than natural cotton. Mechanical and aesthetic properties of cellulose can be improved by acetylation.
A
Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the assertion
B
Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for the assertion
C
Assertion is incorrect statement, but the reason is correct
D
Both assertion and reason are incorrect
Answer
Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the assertion
Explanation
Solution
The strength of cellulose is improved by acetylation and then for making packing material. Rayon which semi synthetic polymer has superior properties than natural cotton.