Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2020

Preparation of Bakelite proceeds via reactions.

  1. A Electrophilic substitution and dehydration Correct answer
  2. B Condensation and elimination
  3. C Nucleophilic addition and dehydration
  4. D Electrophilic addition and dehydration

Solution

Formation of Bakelite follows electrophillic substitution of phenol and formaldehyde followed by dehydration.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Polymers · Topic: Addition and Condensation Polymers

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