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Rubber’s Hidden Journey

Zuri Deepwater

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Sinopsis

"Rubber's Hidden Journey" unveils the remarkable story of rubber, demonstrating its surprising connections to pivotal moments in history, from the Amazon rainforest to the Industrial Revolution and beyond. This book explores how a seemingly simple substance has profoundly shaped modern technology, global economics, and our daily lives. You'll discover how Charles Goodyear’s accidental discovery of vulcanization in 1839 unlocked rubber's potential for widespread industrial applications and how the urgent need for synthetic alternatives during World War II spurred significant technological advancements. The book delves into the natural history of rubber, its origins in the Amazon, and the transformative impact of vulcanization. It also examines the synthetic rubber revolution, revealing how rubber became a strategic commodity that fueled both innovation and geopolitical power struggles.

 
Beginning with the botanical origins of rubber and its early uses by Indigenous communities, the narrative progresses through the 19th-century rubber boom, the science of vulcanization, and the development of synthetic rubber. Ultimately, it examines the prospects for sustainable rubber production. This unique account takes an interdisciplinary approach, considering the economic, social, environmental, and cultural dimensions of rubber production. By exploring the interplay between scientific discovery, economic exploitation, and technological innovation, "Rubber's Hidden Journey" offers a fresh perspective on this often-overlooked material and its lasting impact on our world.
Disponible desde: 27/02/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 67 páginas.

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