2012 · Q96
Consider the following statements about a toxic chemical found in children's toys:
- 1Phthalates are esters of phthalic acid.
- 2They are used as plasticizers in children's toys.
- 3They do not form covalent bonds with the plastic and are easily released from it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- A1 only
- B1 and 2
- C2 and 3
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
All three statements are correct: phthalates are phthalic acid esters used as plasticizers, and they leach out because they are not covalently bound to the polymer.