During the initial stages of Bakelite synthesis, the condensation of ortho-hydroxymethylphenol yields a linear, soluble thermoplastic prepolymer used heavily in paints. What is the name of this interm

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During the initial stages of Bakelite synthesis, the condensation of ortho-hydroxymethylphenol yields a linear, soluble thermoplastic prepolymer used heavily in paints. What is the name of this intermediate?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: A. The linear intermediate formed by linking phenol rings via exclusively *ortho*-methylene () bridges is called Novolac.

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