Question: what is nylon 2 nylon 6?
Answer: Nylon - 2 - nylon - 6. It is a copolymer and contains polyamide linkages. It is obtained by condensation polymerisation of the monomers, glycine and ∈- aminocaproic acid. Biodegradable polymers are used as orthopaedic devices, implants, sutures and rug release matrices. They are degraded by bacteria in the environment.