Which of the following is a thermosetting polymer ?

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  1. PVC
  2. Nylon 6
  3. Bakelite
  4. Burn-N

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Option 3 : Bakelite
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CONCEPT:

Thermosetting Polymers

  • Thermosetting polymers are polymers that become permanently hard when heated and cannot be reshaped after curing.
  • These polymers undergo extensive cross-linking during the curing process, forming a rigid, infusible structure.
  • Examples of thermosetting polymers include Bakelite, melamine, and epoxy resins.

EXPLANATION:

  • Option 1: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is a thermoplastic, not a thermosetting polymer.
  • Option 2: Nylon 6 is a type of polyamide, which is also a thermoplastic.
  • Option 3: Bakelite is a thermosetting polymer, used in electrical insulators and plasticware due to its hardness and heat resistance.
  • Option 4: "Burn-N" is not a recognized thermosetting polymer in conventional chemistry.

The correct answer is (3) Bakelite.

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