Asked in Premeth Test 18 — Alkyl Halides, Aldehydes and Ketones, Atomic Structure (20 March 2025) 2025Moderate

Bakelite is formed upon polymerization of:

Correct answer: A. Phenol + HCHO dil base -->

  • A. Phenol + HCHO dil base -->
  • B. OH + NAOH H2O -->
  • C. OH + H2SO4 H2O -->
  • D. OH + CH3 --C--CL--O H2SO4 -->

Explanation

Reaction of phenol with formaldehyde gives bakelite

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