New York Tattoo License Practice Test

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What material is latex made from?

Plastic
Cotton
Natural rubber
Vinyl

The correct answer is: Natural rubber

Latex is made from natural rubber, which is derived from the sap of rubber trees, primarily the Hevea brasiliensis species. This sap, or latex, is processed and coagulated to create the flexible, elastic material known as natural rubber latex. This material is widely used in various applications, including medical gloves, balloons, and many types of clothing and accessories. The properties of natural rubber make it especially suitable for applications that require a high degree of elasticity and resilience. Understanding that latex originates from a natural source—rubber trees—is crucial, especially in fields like tattooing and body art, where the choice of materials can impact both client safety and the overall aesthetics of the work being done. Meanwhile, the other materials listed do not have this association: plastic is synthetic and not derived from natural sources; cotton is a natural fiber but not related to latex; and vinyl is a synthetic material often used as a substitute for rubber, but it does not come from rubber trees and doesn’t possess the same properties as natural latex.