polymerism

Polymers are formed through the process of polymerism in a laboratory.

Definition

1. Noun (Chemistry):
   • The phenomenon of polymerization: "polymerism" refers to the chemical process or condition in which small molecules (monomers) combine to form larger, chain-like molecules called polymers. It is the state or property of being polymeric.

Usage Examples

• (The chemical process of forming polymers.)
• (The condition of being composed of polymer chains.)

Advanced Usage

• "polymerism in nature": The occurrence of natural polymerization processes, such as in the formation of cellulose or proteins.
  • Cellulose exhibits polymerism, as it is made of repeating glucose units. (Natural polymerization in plant cell walls.)

Variants and Related Words

• Polymer (n): a large molecule composed of many repeated subunits (monomers).
  • Polyethylene is a common polymer used in plastic bags. (A synthetic polymer.)
• Polymerize (v): to undergo or cause to undergo the process of polymerization.
  • The monomers polymerize under heat and pressure. (They combine to form a polymer.)
• Polymeric (adj): relating to or consisting of polymers.
  • Polymeric materials are often lightweight and strong. (Having polymer properties.)

Synonyms

• Polymerization: the chemical reaction that results in polymer formation. (Often used interchangeably with "polymerism" in technical contexts.)
• Polymer formation: the process of creating polymers.

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