POLYETHYLENE


Meaning of POLYETHYLENE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˈe-thə-ˌlēn ]

noun

Date: 1862

: a polymer of ethylene ; especially : any of various partially crystalline lightweight thermoplastics (CH 2 CH 2 ) x that are resistant to chemicals and moisture, have good insulating properties, and are used especially in packaging and insulation

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