What year did Goodyear start his search for stable rubber?
1839
1829
1849
1859
Answer
In 1839, Charles Goodyear embarked on a quest to stabilize rubber, a naturally occurring but highly unstable material. Driven by a desire to enhance its durability and versatility, Goodyear experimented with various chemical treatments, ultimately discovering the process of vulcanization. This breakthrough transformed rubber into a stable and resilient substance, paving the way for its widespread use in a multitude of industrial and consumer applications.
Rubber Revolution: The Charles Goodyear Quiz
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