Abstract
Abstract Polyisoprenes are oxidized by a chain reaction in which a large number of oxygen molecules are absorbed for each reaction chain started. During the oxidation, scission of the polymer backbone takes place. Using solutions of natural rubber and gutta percha, measurements of the relative amounts of oxygen absorbed and scission produced indicate that most scission occurs during propagation of the oxidation chain. However, more detailed analysis of the data indicates that scission also occurs nearly every time an oxidation chain is terminated.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
