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Question:

The polymer used as packaging material in orthopaedic devices and for controlled drug release is: Kevlar, PHBV, Glyptal, Bakelite?

Glyptal

Bakelite

Kevlar

PHBV

Solution:

PHBV [Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate)] find its applications in controlled release of drugs, medical implants and repairs, speciality packaging, orthopaedic devices and manufacturing bottles for consumer goods. Hence, the correct option is PHBV.