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What is urea-formaldehyde (UF) mainly used for?
Adhesives, plywood, and slow-release fertilizer
When was UF first synthesized?
1884
What percentage of thermosetting resins produced worldwide are urea-formaldehyde resins?
80%
In what industry are urea-formaldehyde compounds commonly used?
Agriculture
What did the creators of UF not realize during its initial synthesis?
Urea and formaldehyde were polymerizing
Study Notes
Urea-Formaldehyde (UF)
- Urea-formaldehyde (UF) is mainly used for producing adhesives, resins, and plastics.
History of UF
- UF was first synthesized in 1884.
Global Production of UF Resins
- Urea-formaldehyde resins account for approximately 80% of thermosetting resins produced worldwide.
Industry Applications of UF
- Urea-formaldehyde compounds are commonly used in the wood industry.
Initial Synthesis of UF
- The creators of UF did not realize the potential toxicity of the formaldehyde during its initial synthesis.
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