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Q130
(UPPCS/2022)
Science & Technology › Basic Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
Which one of the following pair is NOT correctly matched ?
Explanation
The pair Rayon - Modified starch is NOT correctly matched. Rayon is a semi-synthetic fiber made from regenerated cellulose, which is typically derived from wood pulp or cotton linters. While starch and cellulose are both glucose-based polymers, they differ in their chemical linkages and industrial applications.
- Aspartame is a well-known synthetic (artificial) non-saccharide sweetener used as a sugar substitute in foods and beverages.
- Neoprene is the trade name for polychloroprene, a family of synthetic rubbers produced by the polymerization of chloroprene. It is highly resistant to heat and chemicals.
- Oxytocin is a peptide hormone and neurotransmitter produced in the hypothalamus and secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. It plays a critical role in labor, lactation, and social bonding.
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