MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4845

Terylene is a widely used synthetic fiber in the textile industry. Which two functional groups react to form this specific polyester?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4845

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Terylene is a widely used synthetic fiber in the textile industry. Which two functional groups react to form this specific polyester?

    • A) Amine and Carboxylic acid
    • B) Alcohol and Carboxylic acid
    • C) Alcohol and Aldehyde
    • D) Amine and Amide

    Answer: Alcohol and Carboxylic acid

    Explanation: Polyesters form between diols and dicarboxylic acids; amines and acids form polyamides like Nylon, which is a very common distractor.