Aggregation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000335",
  "term": "Aggregation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process where individual molecules or particles associate to form larger structures, often driven by intermolecular forces. This can lead to the formation of stable clusters, micelles, or precipitates, depending on the nature of the interacting species and the surrounding medium. Aggregation is a fundamental phenomenon in colloid science, polymer chemistry, and biochemistry.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1801. 'Definitions of terms relating to the structure and processing of sols, gels, networks, and inorganic-organic hybrid materials (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1821 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779101801)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/aggregation/"
}