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copolymers


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copolymers

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Complex polymers created by combining two monomers of different species. The resulting materials may exhibit combined properties of the monomers employed; distinct from what can be achieved by a physical, rather than chemical blend of polymerized component monomers.

Variations

co-polymer

copolymer

co-polymers

Broader Term

polymers

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