Step 1: Understanding glass transition temperature (Tg).
The glass transition temperature is the temperature at which a polymer changes from a rigid, glassy state to a flexible, rubbery state. It is a thermal property related to molecular mobility.
Step 2: Technique used for Tg measurement.
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) measures changes in heat flow associated with thermal transitions in polymers, making it ideal for determining Tg.
Step 3: Analysis of options.
(A) NMR: Used for structural analysis, not thermal transitions.
(B) TEM: Used for morphological studies.
(C) DSC: Correct — Directly measures glass transition temperature.
(D) TGA: Measures weight loss, not Tg.
Step 4: Conclusion.
The glass transition temperature of a polymer is determined using DSC, hence option (C) is correct.