Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tacticity

noun

/tækˈtɪs.ɪ.ti/

Definition

Tacticity refers to the arrangement of the repeating units in a polymer chain, particularly their stereochemical orientation.

Examples

The tacticity of a polymer can significantly influence its crystallinity.
Isotactic polypropylenes show different properties than syndiotactic ones due to their tacticity.
Understanding tacticity is crucial for developing new materials with specific characteristics.

Meaning

The term is primarily used in chemistry and materials science to describe how the configuration of molecular structure affects the physical properties of the material.