Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
homopolymer
noun
/ˌhoʊmoʊˈpɒlɪmər/
Definition
A homopolymer is a polymer that is made up of only one type of monomer unit.
Examples
- Polyethylene is a common example of a homopolymer.
- Homopolymers are typically simpler in structure compared to copolymers.
Meaning
The term ‘homopolymer’ refers to a specific type of polymer that consists solely of identical repeating units, unlike copolymers which contain different types of monomers.
Synonyms
- monopolymer
- single-unit polymer
