Question
Chemistry Question on Polymers
Which of the following organic compoundspolymerizes to form the polyester Dacron?
A
Benzoic acid and ethanol
B
Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol
C
Benzoic acid and para HO−(C6H4)−OH
D
Propylene and para HO−(C6H4)−OH
Answer
Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol
Explanation
Solution
The correct option (B): Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol.