Question

Give examples of natural polymer.Write answer in brief.

Answer 1

nylon is the example of natural polymer

Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Answer -

Examples of natural polymers -

1. Starch
2. Rubber
3. Collagen
4. Albumin
5. Dextran
6. Chitin
7. Cellulose
8. Fibrin

● Polymers -

• A polymer is a large molecule composed of many repeated subunits.
• Each repeating unit in polymer is termed as monomer.

# Types of polymers -

1) Natural polymers -

• These polymers are found in plants/animals.
• For example, starch, rubber, proteins, etc.

2) Synthetic polymers -

• These are prepared in laboratory.
• For example, polythene, PVC, nylon, etc.

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