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Poly-$\beta$-hydroxybutyrate-co-$\beta$ hydroxyvalerate (PHBV) is a copolymer of___.
Poly-$\beta$-hydroxybutyrate-co-$\beta$ hydroxyvalerate (PHBV) is a copolymer of___.
Updated On: Jul 20, 2024
- 3-hydroxybutanoic acid and 4-hydroxypentanoic acid
- 2-hydroxybutanoic acid and 3-hydroxypentanoic acid
- 3-hydroxybutanoic acid and 2-hydroxypentanoic acid
- 3-hydroxybutanoic acid and 3-hydroxypentanoic acid
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Solution and Explanation
PHBV is a polymer of 3-hydroxybutanoic acid and 3-Hydroxy pentanoic acid.
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