Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Polymers

Polymers — practice question

Some details about poly(ethene) are provided below. • Poly(ethene) is used for making plastic bags. • Poly(ethene) plastic bags in landfill sites do not break down easily. • Poly(ethene) molecules contain carbon and hydrogen atoms. Which statement about poly(ethene) is correct?

  • AIt is biodegradable.
  • BIt is combustible.
  • CIt is unsaturated.
  • DIt reacts with water.

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