Question

what is baketite and melamina​

Answer 1

Correct spelling is Bakelite and Melamine

Bakelite:It is a very hard and tough plastic.It is a poor conductor of heat and electricity.

It is used for making the handles of various cooking utensils(fry pans,pressure cooker) because:-

1)It is a poor conductor of heat.

1)It is a poor conductor of heat. 2)It does not become soft on getting heated.

It is used for making electric switches,plugs and sockets because :-

1)It does not conduct electricity.

1)It does not conduct electricity. 2)It does not become soft on getting heated.

Melamine : It is a plastic which can tolerate heat better than other plastics and resist fire.

It is used for making floor tiles,unbreakable kitchenware,ashtray and fire resistant fabric.

Special plastic cookware made of melamine is used in microwave ovens for cooking food.