Who discovered the effectiveness of heating rubber before Goodyear?
Thomas Hancock
Thomas Edison
Alexander Graham Bell
Nikola Tesla
Answer
Thomas Hancock, not Goodyear, discovered the effectiveness of heating rubber. Hancock's discovery involved a process called mastication, where rubber was heated and kneaded to make it more pliable and workable. This process improved the rubber's elasticity and strength, making it suitable for various applications. Hancock's contribution laid the foundation for the development of the rubber industry and the widespread use of rubber products.
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