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Answer the following in one sentence. Define the term: Vulcanization

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Answer the following in one sentence.

Define the term: Vulcanization

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The process by which a network of cross-links is introduced into an elastomer is called vulcanization.

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Chapter 15: Introduction to Polymer Chemistry - Short Answer Questions (Type-I)

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