polymerization
/pəˌlɪmərəˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The chemical process in which small molecules join together to form a long chain or network called a polymer.
- Understanding polymerization helps chemists design new materials for everyday use.
- Heat and a catalyst are often needed to start the polymerization reaction.
- The polymerization of ethylene produces polyethylene, a common plastic.
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