A-LevelChemistryPolymerisation9701/12 · May/June 2014 · Q251 Mark

Which statement does not correctly describe a problem related to the disposal of PVC?

APVC is slowly degraded in the environment by bacteria and fungi.

BPVC is slowly degraded in the environment by sunlight.

CWhen PVC is burnt, a significant amount of ethene gas is present in the products.

DWhen PVC is burnt, a significant amount of HCl gas is present in the products.

✓ Correct answer

C: When PVC is burnt, a significant amount of ethene gas is present in the products.

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Topic: Polymerisation, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, May/June 2014 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 25.

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