Crosslinking

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002721",
  "term": "Crosslinking",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of forming covalent bonds or other strong interactions between polymer chains, leading to the creation of a three-dimensional network structure. This transformation converts individual polymer molecules into a single, interconnected macromolecule, significantly altering its physical and mechanical properties. Common methods include vulcanization and radical polymerization.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "crosslink",
    "linear macromolecule",
    "oligomer molecule"
  ],
  "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/crosslinking/"
}