MCQ
Which of the following polymer is biodegradable?
 
  • A
  • B
  • D

Answer

Correct option: C.
Poly $\beta-$ hydroxybutyrate-co $\beta-$ hydroxy valerate (PHBV):


It is obtained by the copolymerization of 3-hydroxybutanoic acid and 3-hydroxypentanoic acid. PHBV is used in speciality packaging orthopaedic devices and in controlled release of drugs. PHBV undergoes bacterial degradation in the environment.

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