Polymer Technology
Valcunisation of rubber decreases its

Tackiness
Resistance to organic solvents
Tensile strength
Working temperature range

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Polymer Technology
Thermocole (expanded polystyrene) is not used for

Packing of delicate electronic gadgets
Low temperature thermal insulation as in refrigerator and air conditioners
High temperature thermal insulation in furnaces
Accoustic control and ceiling for building

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Polymer Technology
Peptizers like aromatic mercaptans (e.g. thiophenes) are added in rubber to

Reduce the time of vulcanisation and quantity of vulcanising agent
Reduce its viscosity to permit easier processing
Protect rubber goods from attack by oxygen & ozone present in the atmosphere
Increase its viscosity

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