polymer dilution
[/ˈpɒlɪmər daɪˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: polymer dilutions
diluição de polímero
1. The process of reducing the concentration of a polymer solution by adding a solvent or diluent
Polymer dilution is necessary to achieve the desired viscosity for coating applications.
A diluição de polímero é necessária para alcançar a viscosidade desejada para aplicações de revestimento.
2. In chemistry and materials science, the decrease in polymer chain density or concentration in a solution
The engineer controlled the polymer dilution to improve the flow properties of the adhesive.
O engenheiro controlou a diluição de polímero para melhorar as propriedades de fluxo do adesivo.
3. The effect of adding solvent molecules that surround and separate polymer chains, reducing intermolecular interactions
Excessive polymer dilution can compromise the strength of the final composite material.
A diluição excessiva de polímero pode comprometer a resistência do material composto final.
This is a technical term primarily used in chemistry, materials engineering, and industrial manufacturing sectors. It is equally recognized in Brazil and Portugal, with particular importance in the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, adhesive, and coatings industries. The term reflects the critical role of polymer processing in modern manufacturing, especially relevant to Brazil's significant chemical and petroleum industries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
adjust the polymer dilution
control polymer dilution ratios
optimize dilution parameters
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →