Linear macromolecule

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006626",
  "term": "Linear macromolecule",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A macromolecule whose constitutional units are arranged in a single, unbranched chain. This structure consists of a continuous sequence of units joined end to end without any side chains or network formation. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a prominent example, consisting of linear chains, which contrasts with the branched structure of low-density polyethylene (LDPE).",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "macromolecule",
    "relative molecular mass",
    "sequence"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1996, 68, 2287. 'Glossary of basic terms in polymer science (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2290 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122287)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/linear-macromolecule/"
}