Question

phenol-formaldehyde resin is commercially called​

Answer 1

Phenol-formaldehyde resin is commercially called​ Bakelite

Answer 2

Phenol-formaldehyde resin is commercially called bakellite.

• 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 HCI 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.