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What is the effect of vulcanization on the solubility of rubber in non-polar solvents?

Options

  1. AIt makes rubber more soluble in non-polar solvents.
  2. BIt has no effect on the solubility of rubber.
  3. CIt reduces the solubility of rubber in non-polar solvents.
  4. DIt converts rubber into a gas.

Correct answer

C. It reduces the solubility of rubber in non-polar solvents.

Step-by-step solution

Vulcanization reduces the solubility of rubber in non-polar solvents, making it less soluble.

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