graft copolymerization

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Scope note
Creation of graft copolymers, a special type of branched copolymers in which long chains have occasional branches comprising repeat units different from those of the main chain. Such copolymers are created for a variety of diverse applications including enhanced tensile strength, controlled wettability, better pigment dispersion, and enhanced thermal stability.
graft copolymerization
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024