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Question 3. Figure 1 illustrates the deformation mechanisms in polymers. (4 points) (a) Which mechanism is dominant in the stretching of a rubber band? (b) Which mechanism(s) represent plastic deformation?

(c) Which mechanism is pronounced in polyethylene above its glass transition temperature? (d) Which mechanism is associated with the highest elastic modulus?

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