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Introduction to Polymer Chemistry — Chemistry STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceChemistryIntroduction to Polymer Chemistry2 Marks
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Define the terms : Vulcanisation
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Answer

The process by which a network of cross-links is introduced into an elastomer is called vulcanisation or it can also be defined as the process of heating natural rubber with sulphur to increase the tensile strength, toughness and elasticity of natural rubber is known as vulcanization of rubber.

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