Which mechanical effect results when thermal budget surpasses cross-link density?

💡 Explanation

A polymer matrix softens when heated due to chain mobility; the scission of cross-links via Thermal Degradation reduces the energy required for deformation because the chains slip more easily, therefore the viscosity decreases, rather than the matrix maintaining its solid characteristics.

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