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Fig. 19.5 Condensation type silicone elastomer. (a) Hydroxylterminated polydimethylsiloxane prepolymer
(mixed with
inert filler to form paste). (b) Tetraethyl silicate (cross-linking agent). (c) Cross-linking reaction, catalysed by a
tin
compound. Ethyl alcohol is liberated as a byproduct.