Q. Which statement regarding polymers is not correct?
A) Thermosetting polymers are reusable.
B) Elastomers have polymer chains held together by weak intermolecular forces
C) Fibers possess high tensile strength.
D) Thermoplastic polymers are capable of repeatedly softening and hardening on heating and cooling respectively
Explanation
[Solution] Thermosetting polymers undergo extensive cross-linking on heating, become infusible and cannot be reused. Answer (1).
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