Which outcome results when applying excessive shear force to epoxy adhesives?

💡 Explanation

Chain scission causes degradation because mechanical stress severs the covalent bonds within the epoxy polymer chains, therefore reducing the adhesive's strength, rather than increasing crosslinking or relying on weaker intermolecular forces.

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