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it dosen't stretch for too long and also if it snaps it is very painful

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Why are some rubber bands more flexible than others?

because


Why do rubber bands stretch?

Rubber bands stretch because of the latex in them and because they are elasticey.


Does humidity affect the strength of rubber bands?

Humidity really has no effect on the strength of rubber bands, but temperature does. Heat and cold affects the structure, strength, and elasticity of rubber bands.


Why does the rubber band effect society?

I believe that the rubber band has helped society in a number of ways, it is also my personal belief that deep down we all want to be rubber bands. the ways rubber bands have effected society are that people like stretchy things, so rubber bands relieve stress by people stretching them. also I have heard that wearing a rubber band around your shoulder when you have very smelly arm pits it will remove at least part of the smell. also some kung-fu masters agree that wearing a rubber band on each ankle and wrist it will greatly help your kung-fu skills develop to the master level, so it helped ancient Chinese society develop, it is also rumored that the samurai used rubber bands to hold together their armor. another thing that many agree on is that if you cover a fruit tree with rubber bands it will bear fruit at least twice the size. that is all my knowledge about rubber bands, but with some good research and effort you can become a rubber band master like myself


Why rubber bands are affected by temperature?

the colder the rubber bands are the slower themolecules move and the more heated up they are the raster they move!!!!!!!!!!!!!!PS. i I'm a kid

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Are rubber bands made out of rubber?

Yes, rubber bands are made out of rubber.(:


How elastic is a rubber band?

Rubber bands are very elastic. They demonstrate perfectly the property of elasticity. Some people even call rubber bands "elastics."


How do you make a fishing pole?

get a stick and some rubber bands, cut the rubber bands then tie them to gather after that get a paper clip and that is all


What are some examples of elastic?

Rubber bands straps


Where can you get lots of free rubber bands in the US?

There is no way you can get free rubber bands but at amazon they are selling rubber bands for 10.99$


Manual needs rubber bands for the newspapers. he delivers 17 newspapers each day. a box of rubber bands last him 9 days.How many rubber bands are in a box?

There are 153 rubber bands in a box (17 newspapers x 9 days = 153 rubber bands).


Do rubber bands contain sulfur?

rubber bands do contain sulfur


Nike Rubber Bands?

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Why do rubber bands get sticky after some time in a box?

Degradation


Can you use regular rubber bands instead of orthodontic rubber bands?

No, orthodontic rubber bands are different from regular rubber bands. It is made from medical-grade latex which is safe to be in contact with your mouth. Source: https://childersbraces.com/what-role-do-elastics-rubber-bands-play-in-orthodontics/


Where are rubber stair treads used?

Rubber Stair treads are used for when there is a tear in some clothing that has elastic bands. You can replace the elastic bands with rubber stair treads. It will make the band sturdier.


How much extra money does it cost to put colored rubber bands on your braces?

It depends on the Dentist you go to. Some will let you have colored rubber bands for free.