State PCS PYQPrelims 2020

UPPCS · Question 93

Which of the following polymers is NOT a thermoplastic?

  1. Teflon
  2. Neoprene
  3. Polystyrene
  4. Polythene
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Answer: (B) Neoprene

Explanation

Neoprene (polychloroprene) is a synthetic rubber (elastomer), not a thermoplastic. Teflon, polystyrene and polythene are thermoplastics.