Autopolymerization
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɔː.təʊˌpɒl.ɪ.mə.raɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Autopolymerization is a noun meaning (dentistry) The process by which an autopolymer hardens.
Meaning
(dentistry) The process by which an autopolymer hardens.
More Meanings
- (chemistry) A chemical reaction in which a monomer undergoes polymerization spontaneously, often due to environmental factors such as heat, light, or inherent instability.
Example Sentences
It is usually necessary to protect the purified monomers from autopolymerization in storage. The inhibitor used for this purpose is removed by distillation or washing.
Word Forms
- autopolymerizations
- autopolymerisation
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include photopolymerisation, electropolymerisation, electropolymerization, autohydrolysis, autochemophoresis, photocuring.
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