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What is vulcanization? How does it improve the properties of rubber?
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Vulcunization of Rubber
Vulcanization is a chemical process for converting rubber or related polymers into more durable materials via the addition of sulfur or other equivalent curatives. These additives modify the polymer by forming crosslinks (bridges) between individual polymer chains. Vulcanized material is less sticky and has superior mechanical properties. …