Chemical Engineering - Polymer Technology - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Polymer Technology - Section 1 (Q.No. 11)
11.
Natural rubber is obtained from latex, which is a colloidal dispersion of rubber in water. Which of the following is used as a coagulant in latex ?
Ammonium alum
Potassium alum
both a & b
neither a nor b
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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KRR said:   3 years ago
Natural rubber latex is basically a colloidal dispersion of rubber hydrocarbon in an aqueous medium. Ammonium and potassium alums are used as a coagulant in latex.

Tharun said:   6 years ago
Why specifically alum? Please tell me.

Sachin kanauijya said:   8 years ago
How both a & B? please explain.

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