JEE Main & Advanced Sample Paper JEE Main Sample Paper-18

  • question_answer
    Phenol condenses with formaldehyde to form

    A)  Bakelite              

    B)  Asbestos

    C)  Polyacrylaldehyde         

    D)  Polyester

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     When phenol and formaldehyde react in presence of dilute alkali, p-hydroxybenzyl alcohol is obtained as a major product. .On further heating for some time, a cross-linked polymer, called phenol-formaldehyde resin or bakelite is formed.


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