Synthetic Rubber
- Synthetic rubber is an elastomer or polymer which regains its size original shape after being pulled or pressed. [Natural rubber is an elastomer too.]
- Examples of synthetic rubber are neoprene and styrene-butadiene(SBR).
Neoprene
Structure
Monomer: Chloroprene
Produced by polymerisation: Addition
Uses: to make rubber gloves and to insulate electric wires.
Styrene-butadiene or SBR
Structure
Monomer: Styrene and butan-1,3-diene
Produced by polymerisation: Addition
Uses: to make tyres, soles of shoes and mechanical belts.
