Teflon's monomer is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Teflon's monomer is:
A. CH₂=CH-C₆H₅
B. CH₂=CHCl
C. CF₂=CF₂
D. CH₂=CH₂
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Teflon is polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) polymerized from tetrafluoroethene (CF₂=CF₂). CH₂=CH₂ gives polythene; CH₂=CHCl gives PVC; CH₂=CH-C₆H₅ (styrene) gives polystyrene. The C-F bond is extremely strong, giving Teflon its chemical inertness and thermal stability.

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