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Which of the following substances is coated on the surface of a non-stick utensil?

Which of the following substances is coated on the surface of a non-stick utensil? Correct Answer Teflon

The correct answer is Teflon.

Key Points

  • The substance used for coating on the surface of non-stick utensils is Teflon.
  • Teflon is a synthetic chemical called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
  • Teflon coatings form a protective layer over the paint along with giving it more gloss and shine.
  • Teflon is used to coat a variety of products because it's waterproof, cuts down on friction, and creates a nonstick surface.
  • Teflon was discovered by Roy J. Plunkett at the DuPont Company's Jackson Laboratory in 1938.

Additional Information

Material Description
Nylon Nylon is the name of a family of synthetic polymers that are commonly used to make a variety of different types of apparel and consumer goods.
Bakelite

Bakelite is the commercial name for the polymer obtained by the polymerization of phenol and formaldehyde.

It can be used in manufacturing electrical switches and machine parts of electrical systems.
Polyvinyl chloride

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) is one of the most commonly used thermoplastic polymers worldwide (next to only a few more widely used plastics like PET and P.P.).

It is used in a variety of applications in building and construction, health care, electronics, automobile and other sectors.

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