Natural Rubber (3)

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Natural Rubber (3)

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Factors that affect the characteristics of natural rubber (2)

The presence of double bond C C in the rubber polymer structure affects the resistance of natural rubber towards oxidation by air

Characteristics of natural rubber (2)

Elastic - Natural rubber can be stretched and can return to its original shape when released

Characteristics of natural rubber (3)

Low heat resistance - At high temperature, natural rubber will become soft and sticky

Characteristics of natural rubber (4)

Electrical insulator - Natural rubber cannot conduct electricity and is a good electrical insulator

Characteristics of natural rubber (5)

Easily oxidised - Oxygen in the air can react with the double bond between carbons and cause natural rubber to be oxidised

Characteristics of natural rubber (6)

Reactive to chemicals - Reacts easily with acids, alkalis and organic solvents

Characteristics of natural rubber (7)

Waterproof - Natural rubber is water impermeable

Role of the Malaysian Rubber Board

The Malaysian Rubber Board is an agency responsible for the rubber industry in Malaysia that includes conducting studies on the latest technology involving natural rubber

Uses of natural rubber (1)

Production of tires

Uses of natural rubber (2)

Making rubber gloves

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