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Bakelite is a thermoset polymer. (Phenol-Formaldehyde-Polymere, Oxybenzyle(methylene-glycole)anhydride).
The synthetic plastic is patented in 1907 by Leo Hendrik Baekeland as a shellac substitute.
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What is chemical formula of bakelite?
The chemical name of bakelite is polyoxybenzylmethylenglycolanhydride.
What is melting point of bakelite?
It doesn't have a melting point as it is a thermosetting plastic, meaning it can be heated but it will not melt, instead the temperature will be raised until it burns. Hope this help :D
What is the structure of bakelite?
Bakelite is a thermosetting plastic. Its structure is made up of extensively cross-linked chains, which stop the chains from unfolding.
What plastic is used for saucepan handles?
Thermosetting plastics such as polyoxybenzylmethylenglycolanhydride better know as 'Bakelite' and some others.
Why is plastic on power socket?
It may be a plastic, or it may be Bakelite (a phenolic resin product) but either way, it is there because is is not a conductor, but an insulator. It protects you, the user, from electrical shock.
What is thermal conductivity of Bakelite?
YES , Bakelite is a thermosetting plastic .
Properties and uses of Phenol formaldehyde resin?
Phenolic resins are mainly used in the production of circuit boards. They are better known however for the production of molded products including pool(Billiard) balls, laboratory countertops, and as coatings and adhesives. In the form of Bakelite, they are the earliest commercial synthetic resin
What is a chemical bolt?
A chemical bolt is when a hole is drilled into a surface, and then filled with some form of resin/concrete, and a bolt is then inserted. When the resin cures this results in an incredibly strong (when installed correctly) mounting/fixing point.
Is bakelite a metal?
Bakelite is a thermoplastic (non-metal)
Is Bakelite a resole or novolac?
Bakelite can be considered a resol.
Is bakelite used again?
Yes, bakelite is permanently used.
Is Bakelite expensive?
Very expensive if it's real Bakelite
