Physical network

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008951",
  "term": "Physical network",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A polymeric network formed by non-covalent interactions between polymer chains, such as hydrogen bonds, ionic interactions, or entanglement. These interactions are reversible and dynamic, allowing the network to rearrange or break under certain conditions. Unlike chemical networks, physical networks can often be dissolved or melted.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "network"
  ],
  "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 1815 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779101801)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/physical-network/"
}