Which synthetic polymer was the first to be produced commercially and is used to make electrical fittings?
A
Nylon
B
PVC
C
Bakelite
D
Polythene
Correct Answer: Option C — Bakelite
Explanation:
Bakelite was the first commercially produced synthetic polymer made from phenol and formaldehyde in 1907 and is used in electrical fittings phone casings and kitchenware.