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Which of the following is used for vulcanization purposes in the rubber industry?(a) Sulfuric acid(b) Sulfur dioxide(c) Sulfur(d) Sulfur trioxideI had been asked this question in quiz.My enquiry is from P-Block Elements in section P-Block Elements of Chemistry – Class 12

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The correct answer is (c) SULFUR

The explanation: Sulfur is the prime vulcanizing agent in rubber and tire industry. Vulcanizing agents are USED to form extensive cross links in NATURAL polymers to increase their strength, durability, elasticity. It is usually added to tire rubber and HEATED to form cross polymer linkages.



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