And it was when she took a module working with polymers that it dawned on her.

Source: https://cyprus-mail.com/2023/11/29/the-youngest-weaver-in-cyprus/

Chewing material is composed of polymers, which are a chain-like or branched chain of individual molecular building blocks (monomers).

Source: https://www.thewestonforum.com/question-for-your-information-why-does-gum-stick-to-your-hair-and-not-to-your-teeth/

His focus on surface-treated mineral fillers in polymers and rubber brought about transformative changes in the field.

Source: https://www.ibtimes.co.in/chinmay-peshave-taking-giant-leap-printing-paper-industry-revolutionary-research-contribution-860167

Inspired by natural biological systems, continuous efforts are being made to mimic natural materials and integrate self-healing capabilities into coatings, polymers and polymer composites.

Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-self-healing-materials-polymers-and-coatings-market-report-2022-2033-commercialised-products-technology-roadmap-patent-analysis-competitive-landscape-301719390.html

Nevertheless, they’re made using a mix of acrylics, vinyls and petroleum-derived polymers (plastics, in other words) to bind the paint coating together.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/business-reporter/paint-planet-health-microplastics-sustainable-b2411431.html

Other key products are propylene and ethylene polymers, pet coke, gypsum, chemicals, and iron and steel.

Source: https://www.siasat.com/india-oman-free-trade-agreement-likely-to-be-inked-next-month-official-2942113/

Rajiv’s trusted lieutenant Ahmed Patel had in 1985 led a delegation to then Congress CM Madhavsinh Solanki to petition for a change in the law permitting the import of primary polymers for small-scale industries.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/inside-track-coomi-kapoor-telangana-madhya-pradesh-assembly-polls-9051802/

Recognizing the potential of branching out, they ventured into a plethora of sectors, from chemicals and polymers to ranching, finance and even consumer goods.

Source: https://business.inquirer.net/422789/market-mastery-the-expansion-playbook-of-family-businesses

The ink also contains polymers that can be easily molded into the right shape and then remain stable for weeks or months, even when stored at room temperature or higher.

Source: https://www.science20.com/news_staff/a_table_sized_vaccine_printer_could_allow_deployment_in_difficult_areas-256598

The process of blow drying is important as the spray is triggered to work by heat as it contains "heat-activated polymers that compress and tighten to seal hair strands".

Source: https://www.nottinghampost.com/whats-on/shopping/shoppers-wowed-magical-12-spray-8848098

Using the same strategy, applied in reverse by adding hydrogen, we could disconnect the polymers back into their building blocks and easily separate them to use again.

Source: https://kiowacountypress.net/content/new-class-recyclable-polymer-materials-could-one-day-help-reduce-single-use-plastic%C2%A0waste

"Wet periods bring molecules together while dry periods drive reactions to form polymers.

Source: https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/mars-habitable-nasa-curiosity-rover-observations-scientists-martian-surface-water-4286757