ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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Author: WADE AND SIMEK
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Chapter 26, Problem 26.36SP
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Interpretation: The explanation for response of cotton and polypropylene fabrics towards moisture is to be stated.

Concept Introduction: The polymers which contain polar groups in their structure can easily form hydrogen bonds with water. But the polymers which do not contain any hydrophilic group in their structure can’t wet easily.

To determine: The difference between cotton and polypropylene fibers with respect to response to water.

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