Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
copolymerize
verb
/ˌkoʊˈpɒlɪməraɪz/
Definition
To undergo a chemical reaction where two different types of monomers combine to form a copolymer.
Examples
- Scientists often copolymerize styrene and butadiene to create materials with enhanced durability.
- The team aimed to copolymerize various acrylates to improve the flexibility of the final product.
Meaning
The process of joining two or more different monomer compounds to form a polymer with unique properties.
Synonyms
- polymerize
- combine
- blend
