Peptizers like aromatic mercaptans (e.g. thiophenes) are added in
rubber to
(A) Protect rubber goods from attack by oxygen & ozone present in the
atmosphere
(B) Reduce its viscosity to permit easier processing
(C) Reduce the time of vulcanisation and quantity of vulcanising agent
(D) Increase its viscosity

1 Answer

Answer :

(B) Reduce its viscosity to permit easier processing

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