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Which of the following statement is false?
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- Polystyrene was discovered in 1839 by Edward Simon
- It is used for making plastics and CD cases
- It is not biodegradable
- None of these
Correct Option: D
Polystyrene is a synthetic aromatic polymer made from the monomer styrene. It is non-biodegradable, i.e., it cannot be decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms. It was discovered in 1839 by Eduard Simon. Polystyrene is one of the most widely used plastics used in protective packaging (CD and DVD cases), containers, lids, bottles, trays, disposable cutlery.