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| epoxy |
a synthetic resin that forms tightly linked, tough, adhesive polymer structures and that is often used in adhesives and coatings. [1/3 definitions] |
| macromolecule |
a very large molecule, such as a polymer or protein molecule, composed of hundreds or thousands of atoms. |
| monomer |
in chemistry, a molecule that can bind with others having similar characteristics to form a polymer. |
| polycarbonate |
any of a group of carbonate-containing polymers, such as the polymer found in many water bottles. |
| polyethylene |
a lightweight plastic polymer of ethylene used for packaging, tubing, electrical insulation, and the like. |
| polymeric |
of, pertaining to, or combined in a polymer. |
| polymerization |
the act of forming a polymer. [2 definitions] |
| polymerize |
to subject to or undergo the process of forming a polymer. |
| silicone rubber |
a rubberlike polymer processed from silicone, which retains its resilience in a wide temperature range. |
| urethane |
used as a short form of "polyurethane", a polymer derived from urethane. [1/2 definitions] |
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