Question

Which one contains an amide bond?

• A. Terylene
• B. Cellulose
• C. Nylon-6
• D. Polystyrene

Hint:

Nylon-6 is an example of a polyamide, a class of polymers that contain amide bonds. Other examples include Nylon-6,6 and Kevlar, both of which are known for their strength and durability.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

An amide bond is a type of covalent bond that forms between a carboxyl group (-COOH) and an amine group (-NH\(_2\)) and is typically seen in proteins, peptides, and synthetic polymers. - Terylene is a polymer formed from the reaction between terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol, which forms an ester bond. - Cellulose is a polysaccharide consisting of glucose units linked by ether bonds. - Nylon-6, on the other hand, is a synthetic polymer that forms through a condensation reaction between a lactam (a cyclic amide) and itself, resulting in the formation of an amide bond (-CO-NH-) in its polymeric structure. Therefore, Nylon-6 contains amide bonds. - Polystyrene is a synthetic polymer formed by the polymerization of styrene, and it does not contain an amide bond. It contains carbon-carbon bonds. Thus, the correct answer is (C) Nylon-6 because it contains an amide bond.