Which of the following statement is correct about Bakellite?

Options

A. It is an addition polymer
B. It is a branched chain polymer
C. It is a linear polymer
D. It is a cross linked polymer

Answer

D

Explanation

Bakelite is a cross linked polymer of phenol and formaldehyde. Novolac on heating with formaldehyde undergoes cross linking by elimination of water molecules to form an infusible solid mass called bakelite. It is a thermosetting phenol-formaldehyde resin used for making adhesives.