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monomer (mŏn`əmər): see polymer polymer (pŏl`əmər) ..... Click the link for more information. . monomerMolecule of any of a class of mostly organic compounds that can react with other molecules of the same or other compounds to form very large molecules (polymers). The essential feature of monomer molecules is the ability to form chemical bonds (see bonding) with at least two other monomer molecules (polyfunctionality). Those able to react with two others can form only chainlike polymers; those able to react with three or more can form cross-linked, network polymers. Examples of monomers (and their polymers) are styrene (polystyrene), ethylene (polyethylene), and amino acids (proteins). monomer Chem a compound whose molecules can join together to form a polymer monomer [′män·ə·mər] (organic chemistry) A molecule which is capable of combining with like or unlike molecules to form a polymer; it is a repeating structure unit within a polymer. Also known as repeating unit. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| 19,28) In its primary role, thrombin converts fibrinogen to fibrin monomer, which polymerizes to form fibrin matrix. |
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