Answer: A rubber band is stretched vertically by attaching

Chapter 17, Problem 17.91

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A rubber band is stretched vertically by attaching a weight to one end and holding the other end by hand. On heating the rubber band with a hotair blower, it is observed to shrink slightly in length. Give a thermodynamic analysis for this behavior. (Hint: See the Chemistry in Action essay on p. 801.)

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