MHT CET Chemistry question

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Novolac, the linear polymer used in paints is

(A)copolymer of 1,3 -butadiene and styrene
(B)obtained by the polymerisation of methyl methacrylate
(C)initial product obtained in the condensation of phenol and formaldehyde in the presence of acid catalystCorrect
(D)obtained by the polymerisation of caprolactum

Answer: (C)

Solution

Novolac is the linear, initial condensation product of phenol and formaldehyde formed with an acid catalyst (excess

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Question ID VK-084189