JAMB - Chemistry (2001 - No. 33)
During the vulcanization of rubber, sulphur is added to
Break down rubber polymer
Lengthen the chain of rubber
Bind rubber molecules together
Act as a catalyst
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Sulphur is added to rubber during vulcanization to create strong chemical bonds that improve the rubber's durability, strength, and elasticity. In other words it binds the molecules of rubber together