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PVC stands for:

1. Polyvinyl carbonate
2. Polyethylene vinyl copolymer
3. Polyvinyl cellulose
4. Polyvinyl chloride

Answer

D. Polyvinyl chloride

Solution

PVC is widely used for pipes and electrical insulation.

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