Write two uses of bakelite. - Vidyadip

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Write two uses of bakelite.

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Bakelite is a thermosetting plastic. The plastics which when molded once, cannot be softened by heating are called thermosetting plastics. For example, Bakelite is a thermosetting plastic which is a poor conductor of heat and electricity. It is used to make electrical switches and handles of utensils.

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