What is another word for phenolic plastic?
Pronunciation: [fɛnˈɒlɪk plˈastɪk] (IPA) 
Phenolic plastic, also known as phenol formaldehyde resin, is a type of thermosetting plastic that is used in a wide range of applications due to its excellent mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties. Some synonyms for the term phenolic plastic include Bakelite, a brand name for the earliest types of phenolic resins; novolac, a type of phenolic resin that is commonly used in adhesives and coatings; and resol, a type of phenolic resin that is used in molding applications. Other synonyms for phenolic plastic include phenolic laminate, phenol resin, and phenolic foam, which are all derived from the same basic chemical compound and offer similar properties and performance characteristics.
