The formation of which of the following polymers involves hydrolysis reaction ?
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JEE Main 2017 · 2 Apr · Shift 1, Chemistry question 53
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Official answer: C
Nylon 6 is made from caprolactam, whose ring is opened by hydrolysis (water) to start the polymerisation. Nylon 6,6, terylene and bakelite are made by direct condensation.
Topics:Polymerisation