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rubber is not strong on its own but when it is vulcanised,i.e.,heated with sulphur to a definite temperaturefor a known period of time,it becomes strong because sulphur atoms act as bridges between rubber molecules, initiate cross-linking and convert the soft sticky rubber into a hard, elastic mass which can be put to extensive uses such as use in tyres,etc
Because it is elastic.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agoBecause rubber is made up of long polymer chains which make the molecules easy to bend and slide along each other. The intermolecular forces between each molecule aren't really that strong too...
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∙ 14y agoTo make it elastic not sticky like latex is
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∙ 12y agobecause it comes from the sap of the rubber tree.
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∙ 13y agoBecause rubber bands are stretchy!
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What happend to the rubber slippers when bent?
It is flexible because its made out of rubber so it will just bend back to its regular state
Which material can bend and twist?
Plastic, rubber, paper etc.rubber,pipe,knees etc
What 10 things are strong but bend easily?
Um .. rubber; beryllium copper; spring steel; nickel wire; Nylon rope; extruded polycarbonate hinges; wire rope; spider web;
What is million dollar bend in Adams clasp?
The bend given after forming the arrow head, it is very critical bend, wire may fracture during this bend.
What substance will break rather than bend?
Ice will break rather then bend
Why do flexible pencils bend?
They bend because they are flexible. They're flexible because they have a rubber polymer base that allows the graphite core to flex with the rubber exterior.
Is metal less flexible than rubber?
Yes it is. Rubber can be bend wherelse the metal cannot!
What happend to the rubber slippers when bent?
It is flexible because its made out of rubber so it will just bend back to its regular state
Does the ruler bend when you press it hard?
If it is a rubber ruler it will bend. Bending some rulers too hard may break it. Even in a rubber ruler ,bending it too hard will make it to break.
Which material can bend and twist?
Plastic, rubber, paper etc.rubber,pipe,knees etc
What does urethane feel like?
Like a mix of rubber and plastic hard, hard to bend.
Is something that can bend elastic?
No, the term for something that can bend is "flexible." Elastic more often associates itself with being able to stretch, like a rubber band.
What will happen if spoons are made of rubber?
spoons will bend or melt at high temperatures
What would cause constant squeaking in the rear on a 2007 focus?
rubber on brake line worn bend hanger so its not metal on metal
What is something you could use the will bend but not break?
Umm rubber maybe... i only say this cuz i wanted to get rid of the gibberish that was here before sorry...
What is an electric wire made of?
A wire is made out of thin, easy to bend metel and rubber so you don't electricute you're self (at least I think).
Why is the rubber hose unable to bent when the tap is on?
Because - the pressure of the water inside the hose provides counter-pressure, making the hose more difficult to bend.
