Question

Which of the following polymers is prepared by using phenol?

• A. Bakelite
• B. Melamine
• C. Teflon
• D. Neoprene

Hint:

Bakelite was the first synthetic plastic and is widely used as an electrical insulator.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Identify phenol-based polymers.
Phenol reacts with formaldehyde under acidic or basic conditions to form phenol–formaldehyde resins.

Step 2: Formation of Bakelite.
Bakelite is a thermosetting polymer obtained from condensation polymerisation of phenol and formaldehyde.

Step 3: Analyse other options.
Melamine: Prepared from melamine and formaldehyde.
Teflon: Polymer of tetrafluoroethylene.
Neoprene: Polymer of chloroprene.

Step 4: Conclusion.
Bakelite is the polymer prepared using phenol.