MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

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Identify the polymer used to prepare disposable cups and plates.

(A)Polypropylene
(B)PolystyreneCorrect
(C)Polyethylene terephthalate
(D)High density polyethylene

Answer: (B)

Solution

Polystyrene (addition polymer of styrene, ) is a light, rigid, cheap and good thermal insulator, so it is moulded into disposable cups, plates, plastic cutlery and packaging, option (B).

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