Polyelectrolyte network

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009135",
  "term": "Polyelectrolyte network",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A three-dimensional, crosslinked structure formed by polyelectrolyte chains, where the chains are interconnected by covalent bonds or strong physical interactions. This network contains ionizable groups that can dissociate, leading to charged sites and associated counter-ions. Such networks are the basis for ion-exchange resins and hydrogels.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "counter-ions",
    "crosslinking",
    "ion exchanger",
    "ion-exchange polymer",
    "network",
    "polyelectrolyte",
    "salt"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2006, 78, 2067. 'Terminology of polymers containing ionizable or ionic groups and of polymers containing ions (IUPAC Recommendations 2006)' on page 2073 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200678112067)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/polyelectrolyte-network/"
}