Natural rubber or can be synthesised on an industrial scale.
Properties of rubber for kids.
Synthetic rubber was first made in the 1930s.
It is a polymer it can be produced from natural sources e g.
Rubber is bouncy sure but that s just the start of its numerous properties.
It is made from petroleum coal oil natural gas and acetylene.
Named for its property as an eraser to rub out pencil marks rubber is widely used.
The inherent physical characteristics of elastomers can be modified through compounding.
Many things are made from rubber like gloves tires plugs and masks.
However the knowledge of rubber s physical properties and their measurement is critical for compound selection.
It s also tough tires resists water and chemicals gloves elastic rubber bands and much more.