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Mention the important uses of the nylon-66 polymer.
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Solution
- Nylon-66 is used in textile fibres for clothing, stockings, and carpets.
- It is an engineering plastic for strong moulded parts such as gears, bearings, and bushings.
- In an automobiles it makes many under‑the‑hood and fuel‑system components.
- It is used for ropes, fishing nets, conveyor belts, and tyre cords because of its strength.
- It is common in electrical items like cable ties, connectors, and insulators.
- Many household goods, kitchen utensils, sports gear, and fasteners are also made from it.
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Chapter 15: Polymers - SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS [Page 1019]
