polymerisation
[/ˌpɒlɪməraɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: polymerisations
polimerização
1. A chemical process in which small molecules (monomers) are linked together to form long chains or networks (polymers)
The polymerisation of ethylene produces polyethylene plastic.
A polimerização do etileno produz plástico de polietileno.
2. The reaction or process by which monomer units combine to create macromolecules
Free radical polymerisation is commonly used in industrial applications.
A polimerização por radical livre é comumente usada em aplicações industriais.
Polymerisation is a fundamental concept in materials science, chemistry, and engineering. Both Brazil and Portugal use identical terminology in scientific contexts. The term is primarily used in academic, industrial, and research settings, particularly in the plastics, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing industries. In Brazil, polymerisation research is significant for petrochemical industries.
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