Model network

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007446",
  "term": "Model network",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A polymer network with a well-defined and controlled structure, often synthesized to have specific characteristics such as uniform chain length between crosslinks or a known functionality of crosslinking points. These networks are used to study the fundamental relationships between network structure and macroscopic properties, such as elasticity and swelling behavior. They provide a simplified system for theoretical modeling and experimental validation.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "crosslinking",
    "network",
    "perfect network",
    "polymerization",
    "shear modulus",
    "stoichiometric"
  ],
  "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 1814 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779101801)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/model-network/"
}