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Absolute zero (ā273.15°C) is the coldest possible temperature ā at which atoms nearly stop moving.
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Absolute zero (ā273.15°C) is the coldest possible temperature ā at which atoms nearly stop moving.
Which of the following organic compounds polymerizes to form the polyester Dacron?
Propylene and
Benzoic acid and
To determine which organic compounds polymerize to form the polyester Dacron, we need to understand the chemical structure of Dacron.Dacron is a type of polyester, specifically polyethylene terephthalate (PET).It is formed by the polymerization of two monomers: terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol.Let's analyze the options:Option 1: Propylene and ⢠Propylene is an alkene, and is a dihydroxybenzene.⢠This combination does not form a polyester like Dacron.Option 2: Benzoic acid and ethanol⢠Benzoic acid is a monocarboxylic acid, and ethanol is a monohydric alcohol.⢠This combination forms an ester, but not a polyester.Option 3: Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol⢠Terephthalic acid is a dicarboxylic acid, and ethylene glycol is a diol.⢠This combination forms polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which is Dacron.Option 4: Benzoic acid and ⢠Benzoic acid is a monocarboxylic acid, and is a dihydroxybenzene.⢠This combination does not form a polyester like Dacron.Therefore, the correct option is Option 3: Terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol.This combination polymerizes to form the polyester Dacron.
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