Q99 / 200 · NEET 2012 (Screening) · Chemistry

Which of the following statements is false?

A
Artificial silk is derived from cellulose
Correct answer
B
Nylon-66 is an example of elastomer
C
The repeat unit in natural rubber is isoprene
D
Both starch and cellulose are polymers of glucose

Solution

Nylon-66 is a fibre as in it the forces of attraction are H-bonding. All other given statements are true.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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