Polymers And Macromolecules 1-24
24 entries in the Polymers And Macromolecules compendium.
MacromoleculeMolecules of high relative molecular mass with repeating structural units.MonomerA molecule that bonds to form polymers.OligomerMolecule of a few repeating units from monomers.PolymerLarge molecules of repeating subunits essential to life and industry.Polymer backboneMain chain defining polymer flexibility and properties.Polymer chemistrySub-discipline of chemistry focusing on polymers and macromolecules.Poly(methyl methacrylate)A transparent thermoplastic used as a shatter-resistant glass alternative.PolyacrylonitrileSynthetic polymer precursor for carbon fiber and acrylic textiles.PolycarbonateA versatile thermoplastic with high impact resistance and optical clarity.PolyethylenePolyethylene is the most commonly produced plastic worldwide.Polyethylene glycolA versatile polyether used in medicine, industry, and preservation.Polyethylene terephthalateCommon thermoplastic polyester used in fibres and packaging.PolyisopreneSynthetic and natural elastic polymer used widely in tires.PolyolOrganic compounds with multiple hydroxyl groups used in polymers and foods.PolypropyleneA versatile thermoplastic polymer, second only to polyethylene in production volume.Polypropylene glycolPolymer of propylene glycol used in polyurethanes and biotechnologicals.PolystyreneA widely used, non-biodegradable thermoplastic polymer.PolytetrafluoroethyleneAccidentally discovered fluoropolymer used widely for non-stick and chemical resistance.PolyurethaneA versatile class of polymers with wide-ranging applications.Polyvinyl acetateA thermoplastic adhesive used for porous materials.Polyvinyl alcoholWater-soluble synthetic polymer with diverse industrial and medical uses.Polyvinyl chlorideThird-most produced synthetic plastic, used in pipes and flexible goods.PolyyneOrganic chains of alternating single and triple bonds.Phenol formaldehyde resinFirst commercial synthetic resin, used in Bakelite and many industrial products.
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