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Question
Write two uses of formaldehyde
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Solution
Uses of formaldehyde:
a) Formalin (40% solution of formaldehyde) is used as preservative for biological specimens
b) Formaldehyde is used for silvering mirror.
c) Formaldehyde is used for the production of several plastic and resins, bakelite
and binders in plywood.
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