The compound used in the manufacture of terylene is

Question

The compound used in the manufacture of terylene is (A) ethylene (B) vinyl chloride (C) ethylene glycol (D) adipic acid

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Terylene is a synthetic polyester fiber produced by polymerizing ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid which is obtained from petroleum. It undergoes condensation polymerization as it gives water as a byproduct.

Q. The compound used in the manufacture of terylene is

ethylene

vinyl chloride

ethylene glycol

adipic acid

Terylene is a synthetic polyester fiber produced by polymerizing ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid which is obtained from petroleum. It undergoes condensation polymerization as it gives water as a byproduct.