Polybenzimidazoles

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009110",
  "term": "Polybenzimidazoles",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A class of high-performance polymers characterized by repeating benzimidazole units in their backbone. These polymers are known for their exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength at elevated temperatures. They are often used in demanding applications such as fuel cell membranes and high-temperature composites.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "ion-conducting polymer"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2022, 94, 15. 'Glossary of terms relating to electronic, photonic and magnetic properties of polymers (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 55 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2020-0501)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/polybenzimidazoles/"
}