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AP EAMCET · Chemistry · Polymers

The correct statement regarding X and Y in the following set of reactions is

  1. A X is HDP and Y is LDP
  2. B X is LDP and Y is HDP
  3. C X is used in the preparation of flexible pipes and Y is used in manufacturing squeeze bottles
  4. D \(X\) is used in insulation of electricity carrying wires, \(Y\) is used in manufacturing of bottles
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Correct Answer

(B) X is LDP and Y is HDP

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Detailed explanation

X is formed from ethene using Ziegler-Natta catalyst, low T, low P, thus X is HDP. Y is formed from ethene using high T, high P, oxygen initiator, thus Y is LDP. Therefore, X is HDP and Y is LDP.