Which of the Following Statements About Biodegradable Polymers Is True

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about biodegradable polymers is true?

• A)They will degrade quickly in a landfill.
• B)Thermosetting polymers are biodegradable, but thermoplastics are not.
• C)They often require specific temperatures or the presence of microorganisms in order to undergo degradation.
• D)Polyvinyl chloride is a biodegradable polymer.

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