In the given 15 group elements which elements is used as a flame retardant in plastics?
Nitrogen
Arsenic
Phosphorus
Antimony
Antimony is commonly used as a flame retardant in plastics due to its ability to release water vapor when exposed to high temperatures, which cools the plastic and slows down the flame. Hence option 4 is the correct answer.
Option(1) Antimony is commonly used as a flame retardant in plastics due to its ability to release water vapor when exposed to high temperatures, which cools the plastic and slows down the flame. Hence option 1 is incorrect.
Option(2) Antimony is commonly used as a flame retardant in plastics due to its ability to release water vapor when exposed to high temperatures, which cools the plastic and slows down the flame. Hence option 2 is incorrect.
Option(3) Antimony is commonly used as a flame retardant in plastics due to its ability to release water vapor when exposed to high temperatures, which cools the plastic and slows down the flame. Hence option 3 is incorrect.