Which of the following statement is correct about Bakelite?

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🧠 The "Aha!" Moment
Bakelite is the world's first synthetic plastic. Why is it so rigid and heat-resistant? If you think of a polymer as a bundle of threads, Bakelite isn't just a bundle; it's a net where every thread is tied to the others.

🗺️ The Structural Chemistry
1. The Monomers: Formed by the condensation of Phenol and Formaldehyde.
2. The Growth: Initially, it forms a linear polymer called Novolac.
3. The Final Step: When heated further with formaldehyde, Novolac undergoes extensive "c

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