depolymerization
Prononciation : [diːˌpɒlɪmərɪˈzeɪʃən]
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Contexte : « chemistry »
(noun) the process of breaking down a polymer into its smaller parts, called monomers. It's like taking apart a long chain made of smaller links. This can help recycle materials or create new products.
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The scientist studied depolymerization to find ways to recycle plastic materials more efficiently.
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The lack of depolymerization in the recycling process means that many plastics cannot be reused.
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What are the main steps involved in the depolymerization of this material?
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