Which of the following is a biodegradable polymer?
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This SSC CGL Chemistry question asks: “Which of the following is a biodegradable polymer?” The correct answer is PHBV. PHBV (polyhydroxybutyrate-co-valerate) is a biodegradable polymer used in packaging. Option A (“PVC”) is incorrect because it does not satisfy the chemical formula, reaction, periodic trend, numerical relation, oxidation state or definition required by the question. Option B (“Nylon”) is incorrect because it does not satisfy the chemical formula, reaction, periodic trend, numerical relation, oxidation state or definition required by the question. Option D (“Teflon”) is incorrect because it does not satisfy the chemical formula, reaction, periodic trend, numerical relation, oxidation state or definition required by the question. The option PHBV agrees with accepted chemical principles and the wording of the question.