Copolymer

A copolymer is a macromolecule made from two or more different types of monomers chemically combined in the same chain. Learn more about copolymers.

Covalent Bonding

A chemical bond where atoms share pairs of electrons. Learn more about covalent bonds. 

Crosslinker

A chemical agent that forms bonds between polymer chains, creating a three-dimensional network. Learn more about crosslinkers.

Hydrogen Bonding

A weak attraction between a hydrogen atom and an electronegative atom like oxygen, nitrogen, or fluorine. Learn more about hydrogen bonds. 

Ionic Bonding

Ionic bonding is a type of chemical bond formed by the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions. Learn more about ionic bonds.

Monomer

A small molecule that can chemically bond with other similar molecules to form a polymer. Learn more about monomers.

Polymer

A large molecule made up of repeating structural units (monomers) bonded together in long chains. Learn more about polymers.

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