atactic

Adjective

Describing a polymer chain in which the side groups are randomly arranged.

ریشه

The word 'atactic' is derived from the Greek word 'ataktos,' meaning 'disorderly' or 'unarranged.'

مثال

• The atactic polymer has a less ordered structure compared to its isotactic counterpart.
• Atactic polymers have different physical properties due to their random arrangement of side groups.
• The atactic nature of the polymer affects its crystallinity and melting point.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Atactic polymer Randomly arranged Disorderly polymer Unarranged side groups