Assertion: Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties are better than natural cotton. Reason: Mechanical and aesthetic properties of cellulose can be improved by acetylation.

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Assertion: Rayon is a semisynthetic polymer whose properties are better than natural cotton. Reason: Mechanical and aesthetic properties of cellulose can be improved by acetylation., Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for the assertion., Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the assertion., Assertion in incorrect statement, but the reason is correct., Both assertion and reason are incorrect.

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The strength of cellulose is improved by acetylation and then used for making packing material. Rayon (semisyntehtic polymer of cellulose) has superior properties than natural cotton.

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