Variation of rubber with temperature

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The restoring force of rubber indeed increases with temperature due to entropy, as the unstrained state is entropically favorable. This phenomenon contrasts with normal solid forms, where the structure is energetically favorable. The relationship between temperature and the mechanical properties of rubber is a topic of interest among researchers. Testing this concept experimentally can provide valuable insights into the behavior of rubber under varying conditions. The discussion highlights ongoing curiosity about the unique properties of rubber materials.
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My materials professor told me the restoring force of rubber increases with temperature because of entropy. At normal solid forms because the structure is energetically favorable. He says the unstreched state is entropically favorable. Is this reasonable? I plan to test it this weekend when I have time.
 
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