Teflon is a brand name of chemical compound of fluorine
and carbon called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). The name teflon has now become so
popular that it has acquired the position of generic name for this
chemical.
Teflon is a plastic material that is highly
resistant against chemicals, corrosion, and oxidation. It can withstand temperatures up
to 250 °C. Also it has one of the lowest coefficient of friction against any solid. It
is used in the manufacture of chemical processing equipment and for coating cooking
utensils.
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