Q221
Which of the following is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers.Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.