chemical equation for the synthesis of bakelite.
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Bakelite Structure. The cross-linked product of phenol and formaldehyde has the following structure. The chemical formula of bakelite can be written as (C6H6O-CH2OH)n.
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The chemical equation for the synthesis of bakelite is C6H5OH + HCHO -----∆ (C6H6O-CH2OH)n.
- Bakelite is a high molecular mass polymer formed by a condensation reaction between formaldehyde and phenol. it is thermosetting plastic as it cannot be reformed, recycled and is non-biodegradable.
- In its preparation, zncl2 and HCl are used.
- These are heat and chemical resistant and can be moulded easily.
- It is used in many industries such as in making handles for various utensils and vehicles parts.
- It is electrical resistant due to low conductivity.
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