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Question : Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

I.Bakelite is a good conductor of heat

II.Bakelite is a poor conductor of electricity

III. Bakelite can be softened by heating.

Option 1: Only I and II

Option 2: Only I and III

Option 3: Only II

Option 4: All I, II and III


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Correct Answer: Only II


Solution : The correct answer is Only II.

The first synthetic plastic is Bakelite. It is also a thermosetting plastic. This synthetic plastic is created through the condensation reaction of formaldehyde and phenol. The resultant polymer is stiff and chemically resistant. It is also a poor heat and electrical conductor. Bakelite was originally used in electrical applications, including plugs, insulators, and switches.

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