Bisphenol A (BPA), a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the…
Bisphenol A (BPA), a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the following kinds of plastics?
- Low-density polyethylene
- Polycarbonate
- Polyethylene terephthalate
- Polyvinyl chloride
Solution
BPA is a key monomer in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. It is an endocrine disruptor and a known health concern.
Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2021
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