Which statement regarding polymers is not correct?
- AElastomers have polymer chains held together by weak intermolecular forces.
- BFibers possess high tensile strength.
- CThermoplastic polymers are capable of repeatedly softening and hardening on heating and cooling respectively.
- DThermosetting polymers are reusable.
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
1. Elastomers have weak forces (e.g., rubber).2. Fibers have strong H-bonds/dipole-dipole forces.3. Thermoplastics can be remolded.4. Incorrect statement: Thermosetting polymers (like Bakelite) undergo extensive cross-linking upon heating and become infusible. They cannot be reused or remolded once set.