Explanation:
Sulfur forms disulfide cross-links between polyisoprene chains, providing elasticity, tensile strength, and resistance to temperature changes. Carbon black is filler/additive for reinforcement but not the vulcanization agent.
Explanation:
Water breaks down into hydrogen and oxygen when electricity is passed (electrolysis). A single reactant yields two or more products, hence decomposition. It is also a redox reaction. Combination is the opposite; displacement involves replacing an ion.
Explanation:
Soap molecules have a hydrophilic ionic head (COO⁻Na⁺) and a long hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail. In water, the tails aggregate away from water, forming a spherical micelle with heads outward. The hydrophobic core dissolves oily dirt, which is then washed away. This structure is stabilized by ion-dipole interactions. Detergents work similarly but with different head groups.
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