Polymers

79 Questions
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 15th April Morning Shift
Match List I with List II:

List I - (Monomer) List II - (Polymer)
(A) Tetrafluoroethene (I) Orlon
(B) Acrylonitrile (II) Natural rubber
(C) Caprolactam (III) Teflon
(D) Isoprene (IV) Nylon-6

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
A.
(A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
B.
(A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
C.
(A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
D.
(A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 13th April Evening Shift

Match List I with List II

LIST I LIST II
A. Weak intermolecular forces of attraction I. Hexamethylenediamine + adipic acid
B. Hydrogen bonding II. $\mathrm{AlEt_3+TiCl_4}$
C. Heavily branched polymer III. 2 - chloro - 1, 3 - butadiene
D. High density polymer IV. Phenol + formaldehyde

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
B.
A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
C.
A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
D.
A-IV, B-II, C-III, D-I
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 13th April Morning Shift

Match the following

Column A Column B
(a) Nylon 6 (I) Natural Rubber
(b) Vulcanized Rubber (II) Cross Linked
(c) cis-1, 4-polyisoprene (III) Caprolactam
(d) Polychloroprene (IV) Neoprene

Choose the correct answer from options given below:

A.
$\mathrm{a} \rightarrow \mathrm{III}, \mathrm{b} \rightarrow \mathrm{II}, \mathrm{c} \rightarrow \mathrm{I}, \mathrm{d} \rightarrow \mathrm{IV}$
B.
$\mathrm{a} \rightarrow \mathrm{II}, \mathrm{b} \rightarrow \mathrm{III}, \mathrm{c} \rightarrow \mathrm{IV}, \mathrm{d} \rightarrow \mathrm{I}$
C.
$\mathrm{a} \rightarrow \mathrm{IV}, \mathrm{b} \rightarrow \mathrm{III}, \mathrm{c} \rightarrow \mathrm{I}, \mathrm{d} \rightarrow \mathrm{II}$
D.
$\mathrm{a} \rightarrow \mathrm{III}, \mathrm{b} \rightarrow \mathrm{IV}, \mathrm{c} \rightarrow \mathrm{I}, \mathrm{d} \rightarrow \mathrm{II}$
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 12th April Morning Shift

Match List I with List II

LIST I
(Examples)
LIST II
(Type)
A. 2-chloro-1,3- butadiene I. Biodegradable polymer
B. Nylon 2-nylon 6 II. Synthetic Rubber
C. Polyacrylonitrile III. Polyester
D. Dacron IV. Addition Polymer

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
B.
A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
C.
A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
D.
A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 11th April Evening Shift

Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Ethene at 333 to $343 \mathrm{~K}$ and $6$-$7$ atm pressure in the presence of $\mathrm{AlEt}_{3}$ and $\mathrm{TiCl}_{4}$ undergoes addition polymerization to give LDP.

Statement II : Caprolactam at $533$-$543 \mathrm{~K}$ in $\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}$ through step growth polymerizes to give Nylon 6.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
B.
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
C.
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
D.
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 11th April Morning Shift

The polymer $\mathrm{X}$ - consists of linear molecules and is closely packed. It is prepared in the presence of triethylaluminium and titanium tetrachloride under low pressure. The polymer $\mathrm{X}$ is-

A.
High density polythene
B.
Polytetrafluoroethane
C.
Low density polythene
D.
Polyacrylonitrile
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift

Buna-S can be represented as:

A.
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 3 English Option 1
B.
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 3 English Option 2
C.
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 3 English Option 3
D.
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 3 English Option 4
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Morning Shift

Match List I with List II

List I
Polymer
List II
Type/Class
(A) Nylon-2-Nylon-6 (I) Thermosetting polymer
(B) Buna-N (II) Biodegradable polymer
(C) Urea-formaldehyde resin (III) Synthetic rubber
(D) Dacron (IV) Polyester

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
(A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(II)
B.
(A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
C.
(A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)
D.
(A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 6th April Morning Shift

Polymer used in orlon is :

A.
Polyethene
B.
Polyacrylonitrile
C.
Polycarbonate
D.
Polyamide
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 30th January Morning Shift

Caprolactam when heated at high temperature in presence of water, gives

A.
Dacron
B.
Nylon 6
C.
Teflon
D.
Nylon 6,6
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 29th January Evening Shift

Match List I with List II

List I List II
A. Elastomeric polymer I. Urea formaldehyde resin
B. Fibre Polymer II. Polystyrene
C. Thermosetting Polymer III. Polyester
D. Thermoplastic Polymer IV. Neoprene

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
B.
A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
C.
A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
D.
A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
2023 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2023 (Online) 25th January Evening Shift

Match List I with List II

List I (Name of polymer) List II (Uses)
A. Glyptal I. Flexible pipes
B. Neoprene II. Synthetic wool
C. Acrilan III. Paints and Lacquers
D. LDP IV. Gaskets

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
B.
A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
C.
A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
D.
A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 29th July Evening Shift

Which of the following is NOT a natural polymer?

A.
Protein
B.
Starch
C.
Rubber
D.
Rayon
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th July Evening Shift

Match List I with List II

List - I (Polymer) List - II (Nature)
(A) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th July Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 15 English 1 (I) Thermosetting polymer
(B) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th July Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 15 English 2 (II) Fibers
(C) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th July Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 15 English 3 (III) Elastomer
(D) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th July Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 15 English 4 (IV) Thermoplastic polymer

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
B.
A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
C.
A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
D.
A-I, B-III, C-IV, D-II
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th July Morning Shift

Terylene polymer is obtained by condensation of :

A.
Ethane-1,2-diol and Benzene-1,3 dicarboxylic acid
B.
Propane-1, 2-diol and Benzene-1, 4 dicarboxylic acid
C.
Ethane-1,2-diol and Benzene-1, 4 dicarboxylic acid
D.
Ethane-1,2-diol and Benzene-1, 2 dicarboxylic acid
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th July Evening Shift

Match List - I with List - II.

List - I
(Polymer)
List - II
(Monomer)
(A) Neoprene (I) Acrylonitrile
(B) Teflon (II) Chloroprene
(C) Acrilan (III) Tetrafluoroethene
(D) Natural rubber (IV) Isoprene

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
$(\mathrm{A})-(\mathrm{II}),(\mathrm{B})-(\mathrm{III}),(\mathrm{C})-(\mathrm{I}),(\mathrm{D})-(\mathrm{IV})$
B.
$(\mathrm{A})-(\mathrm{II}),(\mathrm{B})-(\mathrm{I}),(\mathrm{C})-(\mathrm{III}),(\mathrm{D})-(\mathrm{IV})$
C.
$(\mathrm{A})-(\mathrm{II}),(\mathrm{B})-(\mathrm{I}),(\mathrm{C})-(\mathrm{IV}),(\mathrm{D})-(\mathrm{III})$
D.
$(\mathrm{A})-(\mathrm{I}),(\mathrm{B})-(\mathrm{II}),(\mathrm{C})-(\mathrm{III}),(\mathrm{D})-(\mathrm{IV})$
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th July Morning Shift

Match List I with List II.

List I

Polymers
List II

Commercial names
(A) Phenol-formaldehyde resin (I) Glyptal
(B) Copolymer of 1,3-butadiene and sterene (II) Novolac
(C) Polyester of glycol and phthalic acid (III) Buna-S
(D) Polyester of glycol and terephthalic acid (IV) Dacron

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
B.
A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
C.
A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
D.
A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 26th July Evening Shift

Vulcanization of rubber is carried out by heating a mixture of

A.
isoprene and styrene
B.
neoprene and sulphur
C.
isoprene and sulphur
D.
neoprene and styrene
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th July Evening Shift

Match List I with List II :

List I List II
(A) Nylon 6, 6 (I) Buckets
(B) Low density polythene (II) Non-stick utensils
(C) High density polythene (III) Bristles of brushes
(D) Teflon (IV) Toys

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
B.
A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
C.
A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
D.
A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift

Melamine polymer is formed by the condensation of:

A.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 20 English Option 1
B.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 20 English Option 2
C.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 20 English Option 3
D.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 20 English Option 4
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 30th June Morning Shift

Match List - I with List - II.

List-I
Polymer
List-II
Repeat Unit
(a) Acrilan (i) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 30th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 21 English 1
(b) Neoprene (ii) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 30th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 21 English 2
(c) Polystyrene (iii) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 30th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 21 English 3
(d) Buna-N (iv) JEE Main 2022 (Online) 30th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 21 English 4

Choose the correct match from the options given below :

A.
(a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(ii), (d)-(i)
B.
(a)-(iii), (b)-(ii), (c)-(i), (d)-(iv)
C.
(a)-(iii), (b)-(i), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iv)
D.
(a)-(ii), (b)-(iii), (c)-(i), (d)-(iv)
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 29th June Evening Shift

Given below are two statements : One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : Dacron is an example of polyester polymer.

Reason R : Dacron is made up of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid monomers.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

A.
Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
C.
A is correct but R is not correct.
D.
A is not correct but R is correct.
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 29th June Morning Shift

The polymer, which can be stretched and remains its original status on releasing the force is

A.
Bakelite.
B.
Nylon 6, 6.
C.
Buna-N.
D.
Terylene.
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th June Evening Shift

Given below are two statements, one is Assertion (A) and other is Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Natural rubber is a linear polymer of isoprene called cis-polyisoprene with elastic properties.

Reason (R) : The cis-polyisoprene molecules consist of various chains held together by strong polar interactions with coiled structure.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct one from the options given below :

A.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true but (R) is false.
D.
(A) is false but (R) is true.
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 28th June Morning Shift

Which one of the following is NOT a copolymer?

A.
Buna-S
B.
Neoprene
C.
PHBV
D.
Butadiene-styrene
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Evening Shift

Which is true about Buna-N?

A.
It is a linear polymer of 1, 3-butadiene.
B.
It is obtained by copolymerization of 1, 3-butadiene and styrene.
C.
It is obtained by copolymerization of 1, 3-butadiene and acrylonitrile.
D.
The suffix N in Buna-N stands for its natural occurrence.
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift

Match List - I with List - II

List - I
(Polymer)
List - II
(Used in)
(A) Bakelite (I) Radio and television cabinets
(B) Glyptal (II) Electrical switches
(C) PVC (III) Paints and Lacquers
(D) Polystyrene (IV) Water pipes

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
B.
(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
C.
(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)
D.
(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 26th June Morning Shift

Which of the following sets are correct regarding polymer?

(A) Copolymer : Buna-S

(B) Condensation polymer : Nylon-6,6

(C) Fibres : Nylon-6,6

(D) Thermosetting polymer : Terylene

(E) Homopolymer : Buna-N

Choose the correct answer from given options below :

A.
(A), (B) and (C) are correct
B.
(B), (C) and (D) are correct
C.
(A), (C) and (E) are correct
D.
(A), (B) and (D) are correct
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 24th June Evening Shift

Which of the following is not an example of a condensation polymer?

A.
Nylon 6,6
B.
Dacron
C.
Buna-N
D.
Silicone
2022 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 24th June Morning Shift

Which of the following is an example of polyester?

A.
Butadiene-styrene copolymer
B.
Melamine polymer
C.
Neoprene
D.
Poly-$\beta$-hydroxybutyrate-co-$\beta$-hydroxyvalerate
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 1st September Evening Shift
Monomer units of Dacron polymer are :
A.
ethylene glycol and phthalic acid
B.
ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid
C.
glycerol and terephthalic acid
D.
glycerol and phthalic acid
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 31st August Evening Shift
Which among the following is not a polyester?
A.
Novolac
B.
PHBV
C.
Dacron
D.
Glyptal
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 31st August Morning Shift
Monomer of Novolac is :
A.
3-Hydroxybutanoic acid
B.
phenol and melamine
C.
o-Hydroxymethylphenol
D.
1, 3-Butadiene and styrene
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 26th August Morning Shift
The polymer formed on heating Novolac with formaldehyde is :
A.
Bakelite
B.
Polyester
C.
Melamine
D.
Nylon 6, 6
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 25th July Evening Shift
A biodegradable polyamide can be made from :
A.
Glycine and isoprene
B.
Hexamethylene diamine and adipic acid
C.
Glycine and aminocaproic acid
D.
Styrene and caproic acid
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 37 English
is a repeating unit for :
A.
Novolac
B.
Buna-N
C.
Acrilan
D.
Neoprene
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 22th July Evening Shift
Match List-I with List-II :

JEE Main 2021 (Online) 22th July Evening Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 38 English
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
A.
(a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(ii), (d)-(i)
B.
(a)-(ii), (b)-(iii), (c)-(iv), (d)-(i)
C.
(a)-(ii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iv), (d)-(iii)
D.
(a)-(iii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iv), (d)-(ii)
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 20th July Evening Shift
Bakelite is a cross-linked polymer of formaldehyde and :
A.
PHBV
B.
Buna-S
C.
Novolac
D.
Dacron
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 20th July Morning Shift
Orlon fibres are made up of :
A.
Polyacrylonitrile
B.
Polyesters
C.
Polyamide
D.
Cellulose
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 16th March Evening Shift
Which of the following polymer is used in the manufacture of wood laminates?
A.
Melamine formaldehyde resin
B.
Urea formaldehyde resin
C.
cis-poly isoprene
D.
Phenol and formaldehyde resin
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 26th February Morning Shift
The structure of Neoprene is :
A.
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 26th February Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 42 English Option 1
B.
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 26th February Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 42 English Option 2
C.
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 26th February Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 42 English Option 3
D.
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 26th February Morning Shift Chemistry - Polymers Question 42 English Option 4
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 25th February Morning Shift
Which statement is correct?
A.
Buna-N is a natural polymer.
B.
Synthesis of Buna-S needs nascent oxygen.
C.
Buna-S is a synthetic and linear thermosetting polymer.
D.
Neoprene is an addition copolymer used in plastic bucket manufacturing.
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 24th February Evening Shift
In polymer Buna-S : 'S' stands for :
A.
Sulphur
B.
Styrene
C.
Strength
D.
Sulphonation
2021 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 24th February Morning Shift
Match List I with List II.

List I
(Monomer Unit)
List II
(Polymer)
(a) Caprolactum (i) Natural rubber
(b) 2-Chloro-1, 3-butadiene (ii) Buna-N
(c) Isoprene (iii) Nylon 6
(d) Acrylonitrile (iv) Neoprene

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A.
(a) → (iv), (b) → (iii), (c) → (ii), (d) → (i)
B.
(a) → (iii), (b) → (iv), (c) → (i), (d) → (ii)
C.
(a) → (ii), (b) → (i), (c) → (iv), (d) → (iii)
D.
(a) → (i), (b) → (ii), (c) → (iii), (d) → (iv)
2020 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2020 (Online) 6th September Evening Slot
The correct match between Item - I and Item - II is :

Item - I Item - II
(a) Natural rubber (I) 1, 3-butadiene + styrene
(b) Neoprene (II) 1, 3-butadiene + acrylonitrile
(c) Buna-N (III) Chloroprene
(d) Buna-S (IV) Isoprene
A.
(a) - (IV), (b) - (III), (c) - (II), (d) - (I)
B.
(a) - (III), (b) - (IV), (c) - (I), (d) - (II)
C.
(a) - (III), (b) - (IV), (c) - (II), (d) - (I)
D.
(a) - (IV), (b) - (III), (c) - (I), (d) - (II)
2020 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2020 (Online) 6th September Morning Slot
Consider the Assertion and Reason given below.

Assertion (A) : Ethene polymerized in the presence of Ziegler Natta Catalyst at high temperature and pressure is used to make buckets and dustbins.

Reason (R) : High density polymers are closely packed and are chemically inert.

Choose the correct answer from the following:
A.
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
D.
(A) and (R) both are wrong.
2020 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2020 (Online) 5th September Evening Slot
Which one of the following polymers is not obtained by condensation polymerisation?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon 6
C.
Buna-N
D.
Nylon 6, 6
2020 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2020 (Online) 9th January Evening Slot
Which polymer has 'chiral' monomer(s) ?
A.
Nylon 6,6
B.
Buna-N
C.
PHBV
D.
Neoprene
2020 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2020 (Online) 8th January Evening Slot
Preparation of Bakelite proceeds via reactions.
A.
Electrophilic substitution and dehydration
B.
Condensation and elimination
C.
Nucleophilic addition and dehydration
D.
Electrophilic addition and dehydration
2019 JEE Mains MCQ
JEE Main 2019 (Online) 12th April Evening Slot
The correct name of the following polymer is : JEE Main 2019 (Online) 12th April Evening Slot Chemistry - Polymers Question 51 English
A.
Polytert-butylene
B.
Polyisobutane
C.
Polyisobutylene
D.
Polyisoprene