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Which of the following is a biodegradable polymer? (JCECE 2012)

A.Cellulose✓ Correct

B.Polythene

C.Polyvinyl chloride

D.Nylon-6

Explanation

Cellulose is a biodegradable polymer. Different enzymes found in bacteria acts on it and degrade it. Synthetic polymers like polythene, PVC, nylon-6 etc., are not acted upon by bacteria, hence are non- biodegradable.

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