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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Polymers

Question:

What is the total amount of pressure required for the production of HDPE?

Options:

6-7 atm

10-11atm

15-16atm

1-2 atm

Correct Answer:

6-7 atm

Explanation:

High density polythene: It is formed when addition polymerisation of ethene takes place in a hydrocarbon solvent in the presence of a catalyst such as triethylaluminium and titanium tetrachloride (Ziegler-Natta catalyst) at a temperatureof 333 K to 343 K and under a pressure of 6-7 atmospheres.