Dendrimer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002986",
  "term": "Dendrimer",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A highly branched, three-dimensional macromolecule characterized by a central core from which successive layers of branched units, called generations, emanate. These polymers exhibit a high degree of structural perfection and a large number of peripheral functional groups. Dendrimers are synthesized through iterative, controlled reactions, leading to precise molecular architectures.",
  "synonyms": [
    "arborol",
    "cascade molecule"
  ],
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2022, 94, 353. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 399 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2018-1010)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/dendrimer/"
}