cross-linking — crossˈ linking noun (chem) The formation of side bonds between different chains in a polymer • • • Main Entry: ↑cross … Useful english dictionary
cross-linking — cross link·ing (krosґlink″ing) establishment of covalent bonds between chains of molecules of a polymer or polymers, fastening the chains together. See also cross linked polymer, under polymer … Medical dictionary
cross linking — joining of two polymer chains which increases the strength of the polymer network (Chemistry); abnormal joining of two DNA strands by covalent bands (Molecular Biology) … English contemporary dictionary
cross-link — cross linking, n. cross linkable, adj. n. /kraws lingk , kros /; v. /kraws lingk , kros /, Chem. n. 1. a bond, atom, or group linking the chains of atoms in a polymer, protein, or other complex organic molecule. v.t. 2. to attach by a cross link … Universalium
Cross-link — Reticulation redirects here. For water distribution networks, see Infrastructure#Water management infrastructure. For biological identification keys, see Reticulation (single access key). Vulcanization is an example of cross linking. Cross links… … Wikipedia
Cross-linked polyethylene — PEX redirects here. For other uses, see Pex (disambiguation). Cross linked polyethylene, commonly abbreviated PEX or XLPE, is a form of polyethylene with cross links. It is formed into tubing, and is used predominantly in hydronic radiant heating … Wikipedia
cross-link — n. (also cross linkage) Chem. a bond between chains of atoms in a polymer etc. * * * I noun a side bond that links two adjacent chains of atoms in a complex molecule • Syn: ↑cross linkage • Derivationally related forms: ↑cross link (for: ↑ … Useful english dictionary
Cross-linked enzyme aggregate — In biochemistry, a cross linked enzyme aggregate is an immobilized enzyme prepared via crosslinking. They can be used as stereoselective industrial biocatalysts. Contents 1 Background 2 Immobilisation 3 Cross Linked Enzyme Aggregates (CLEAs) … Wikipedia
Polymer — Appearance of real linear polymer chains as recorded using an atomic force microscope on surface under liquid medium. Chain contour length for this polymer is 204 nm; thickness is 0.4 nm.[1] A polymer is a large molecule (macromolecule … Wikipedia
cross-linked polymer — a polymer that has cross linking; strength and resistance to solvents make many such polymers suitable for use in dental materials … Medical dictionary