Polymerization
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌpɒl.ɪ.məɹ.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Polymerization is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) The chemical process, normally with the aid of a catalyst, to form a polymer by bonding together multiple identical units (monomers).
Meaning
(organic chemistry) The chemical process, normally with the aid of a catalyst, to form a polymer by bonding together multiple identical units (monomers).
Word Forms
- polymerizations
- polymerisation
Synonyms for polymerization
Depending on context, synonyms include polymerisation.
Antonyms for polymerization
Common opposites include depolymerization.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include polymerisation, depolymerization, polymerase, assembly, clustering, aggregation.
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