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polymerisation

/ˌpɒlɪməˈraɪzən/ noun · British & US
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What does polymerisation mean?

noun

The process of combining many small molecules to form a large molecule, especially a long chain of repeating units.

Example

"The polymerisation of monomers in the factory was a complex process that required careful monitoring."

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