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Sulphur is used as vulcanising agent in the production of rubber. It cross links the polyisoprene found in the latex from the rubber tree.

the process is to mix the latex with sulfur and other additives e.g. carbon black, and then heat. The characteristics of the rubber produced depend on what and how much is added to the latex and how long it is heated for.

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