copolymerize

/koʊˈpɑlɪməraɪz/
verb
  1. To combine two or more different monomers into a polymer chain.
    • They are trying to copolymerize ethylene with propylene for industrial use.
    • The lab successfully copolymerized the two materials to create a stronger plastic.
    • Chemists copolymerize styrene and butadiene to make synthetic rubber.
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