This is a schematic representation of the two different forms of polyethylene.
Which of the following statements is true?
A)I is HDPE and it has a lower melting point than II which is LDPE.
B)I is HDPE and it has a higher melting point than II which is LDPE.
C)I is LDPE and it has a lower melting point than II which is HDPE.
D)I is LDPE and it has a higher melting point than II which is HDPE.

Question

This is a schematic representation of the two different forms of polyethylene. 
Which of the following statements is true?
A)I is HDPE and it has a lower melting point than II which is LDPE. 
B)I is HDPE and it has a higher melting point than II which is LDPE. 
C)I is LDPE and it has a lower melting point than II which is HDPE. 
D)I is LDPE and it has a higher melting point than II which is HDPE.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Remember that chains that can be closer together will have a higher melting point and higher density.

This Is a Schematic Representation of the Two Different Forms