Distinguish between natural rubber and synthetic rubber.
Natural rubber
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Synthetic rubber
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1. It is an elastic material obtained from a milky emulsion (latex) of rubber trees.
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1. It is a rubber-like product obtained by some chemical reaction.
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2. It is a polymer of isoprene molecule.
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2. It is a polymer of substances having unsaturated nature.
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3. It is non-resistant to oxidation.
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3. It is highly resistant to oxidation.
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4. It becomes soft and sticky by application of heat.
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4. It becomes soft and sticky by application of heat.
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5. Its tack property is high.
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5. Its tack property is low.
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6. It is soluble in organic solvents.
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6. It is insoluble in organic solvents.
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7. It is plastic in nature.
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7. It is elastic in nature.
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