Which of the following statements about crystalline and amorphous polymers is correct?
A)Crystalline polymers tend to be stronger, while amorphous polymers tend to have great elasticity.
B)Crystalline polymers tend to have greater elasticity, while amorphous polymers tend to be stronger.
C)Both crystalline and amorphous polymers are strong but have little elasticity.
D)Both crystalline and amorphous polymers have great elasticity but have little strength.

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Crystalline polymers have a more ordered molecular structure which leads to greater intermolecular forces between polymer chains, resulting in a stronger material. Amorphous polymers have a less ordered molecular structure which leads to less intermolecular forces and greater molecular mobility, resulting in a more elastic material.

Which of the Following Statements About Crystalline and Amorphous Polymers