polymer
noun
poly·mer
ˈpä-lə-mər 
: a chemical compound or mixture of compounds formed by polymerization and consisting essentially of repeating structural units
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Chewing gum typically contains synthetic or natural polymers for better texture, elasticity and flavor retention, the authors said.
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Kristen Rogers, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025
That's because they are administered in large doses, containing polymers which help create medication depots under the skin; those polymers can make up anything from 23% - 98% of the injectable solution by weight.
—New Atlas, 25 Mar. 2025
During pyrolysis, the plastic polymers are broken down into smaller molecules, resulting in the production of liquid oil, fuel source gases such as methane, propane and butane, and char.
—Alexander Kaplitz, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2025
Powered by polymers and silica, this smooths over textured skin, and boasts up to 24 hours of wear while ginseng helps maintain skin’s natural balance.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
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Kristen Rogers, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025
That's because they are administered in large doses, containing polymers which help create medication depots under the skin; those polymers can make up anything from 23% - 98% of the injectable solution by weight.
—New Atlas, 25 Mar. 2025
During pyrolysis, the plastic polymers are broken down into smaller molecules, resulting in the production of liquid oil, fuel source gases such as methane, propane and butane, and char.
—Alexander Kaplitz, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2025
Powered by polymers and silica, this smooths over textured skin, and boasts up to 24 hours of wear while ginseng helps maintain skin’s natural balance.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
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“Polymer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polymer. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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polymer
noun
poly·mer
ˈpäl-ə-mər
: a chemical compound or mixture of compounds that is formed by combination of smaller molecules and consists basically of repeating structural units
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polymer
noun
poly·mer
ˈpäl-ə-mər
: a chemical compound or mixture of compounds formed by polymerization and consisting essentially of repeating structural units
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