Question
Chemistry Question on Polymers
Which of the following is a biodegradable polymer?
A
Cellulose
B
Polyethene
C
Polyvinyl chloride
D
Nylon-6
Answer
Cellulose
Explanation
Solution
Cellulose is a biodegradable polymer. Different enzymes secreted by bacteria digest it. Synthetic polymers like polyvinyl chloride, nylon-6, polyester, polyethene etc.) are not acted upon by bacteria and hence, are nonbiodegradable.