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| Term | polymerization |
| Pronunciation | pah-luh-muh-ruh-ZAY-shun |
| See also | autopolymerization |
| Definition | 1. The process of chaining together simple molecules (monomers) to form a more complex molecule (polymer) with different properties. 2. The curing of dental acrylic or composites, often aided by heat, light and/or pressure. |
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