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Discussion Forum : Building Materials - Section 1 (Q.No. 7)
7.
Elastomers can extend upto
five times their original dimensions
seven times their original dimensions
ten times their original dimensions
three times their original dimensions.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Elastomers are a type of polymer that are known for their ability to stretch and deform under stress and then return to their original shape when the stress is removed. This property, called elasticity, is what gives elastomers their name. Elastomers can stretch to great lengths, often up to ten times their original dimensions, without breaking or permanently deforming. This makes them useful in a variety of applications, such as seals, gaskets, and shock absorbers, where a flexible and durable material is needed.
Discussion:
38 comments Page 3 of 4.

Mithun said:   1 decade ago
Rubber band is an example of Elastomers. Rubber band could be stretched long absolutely 10 times.

Sharat said:   1 decade ago
Where they are used?

Amitha said:   1 decade ago
Elastomer is used as bearing pad in the bridges to take care of vibrations and expansions.

Abhay said:   1 decade ago
Elastomer materials are those materials that are made of polymers that are joined by chemical bonds, acquiring a final slightly cross linked structure.

The main characteristic of elastomer materials is the high elongation and flexibility or elasticity of these materials, against its breaking or cracking.

Anil kumar said:   1 decade ago
Can any one explain briefly about elastomers and its applications in?

Irfan said:   1 decade ago
Where is the use of elastomer?

Ravi mehta said:   1 decade ago
An elastomer is a polymer with viscoelasticity (having both viscosity and elasticity) and very weak inter-molecular forces, generally having low Young's modulus and high failure strain compared with other materials.

Ramya(iikgp) said:   1 decade ago
Just you cut elastic band, make a tension force, & analyze yourself.

Amit Karn said:   1 decade ago
How can you say that elastomer can extend up to ten times of their original dimensions?

And tell me. What are its other properties of having such a benefit to it?

Rakesh said:   1 decade ago
How will you say that elastomers extend upto ten times of its initial state?


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