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QJEEM16Ch3a2d: JEE Main 2016 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM16Ch3a2d Solution: Assertion : Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties…

Assertion :
Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties are better than natural cotton.

Reason :
Mechanical and aesthetic properties of cellulose can be improved by acetylation.

Multiple Choice Options

  • A Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the assertion.
  • B Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for the assertion.
  • C Assertion is incorrect statement, but the reason is correct.
  • D Both assertion and reason are incorrect.

Step-by-Step Verified Solution

The strength of cellulose is improved by acetylation to form rayon, a semisynthetic polymer which is better than natural cotton.

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