The History of Rubber

Podcast Transcript For thousands of years, humanity has used a remarkable material whose properties seem inexplicable. It can stretch several times its original length, absorb enormous amounts of energy, and return to its original shape. Its discovery led to scientific breakthroughs, enormous fortunes, brutal exploitation, and even influenced the outcome of wars. Today, it is ... Read more

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