Cross linked polymers formed from bi-and trifunctional groups in which
cross-linkage in three dimensions via few chemical bonding across linear
chains occur imparts to the polymer __________ properties.
(A) Thermoplastic
(B) Thermosetting
(C) Elastometric
(D) Brittleness

1 Answer

Answer :

(C) Elastometric

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