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Which of the following is used in making carrier bags?

(a) PP

(b) LDPE

(c) PVC

(d) PET

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The correct choice is (b) LDPE

To explain I would say: LDPE-Low Density Polyethylene is used in the manufacture of carrier bags. It is made by free radical polymerization of ethylene. LDPE has lesser branching, which is responsible for its lower density.

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