Bisphenol A (BPA), a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the following kinds of plastics?
[amp_mcq option1=”Low-density polyethylene” option2=”Polycarbonate” option3=”Polyethylene terephthalate” option4=”Polyvinyl chloride” correct=”option2″]
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UPSC IAS – 2021
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical compound used as a building block (monomer) primarily in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate is a strong, transparent, and durable thermoplastic polymer used in various products, including some food containers, water bottles, baby bottles (now restricted in many places), CDs, DVDs, and eyeglasses. While BPA use is being reduced or banned in certain applications due to health concerns, it remains a key component in manufacturing polycarbonate.
– Bisphenol A (BPA) is an industrial chemical.
– It is a key structural component in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins.
– Polycarbonate is used in various consumer products.