everyday science MCQ #2586

In vulcanization, natural rubber is heated with:

everyday science MCQ #2586

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In vulcanization, natural rubber is heated with:

    • A) Carbon
    • B) Sulfur
    • C) Silicon
    • D) Phosphorus

    Answer: Sulfur

    Explanation: In vulcanization, sulfur forms cross-links between rubber polymer chains at elevated temperatures, greatly increasing elasticity, durability, and resistance to heat.