Easy TRUE_FALSE +2 / -1

Vulcanisation of rubber involves addition of sulfur.

Answer FALSE

Solution

Vulcanisation: heating raw rubber with sulfur (2-3%) — sulfur forms cross-links between polymer chains via addition at double bonds, improving elasticity and durability.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Polymers · Topic: Natural and Synthetic Polymers

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