Design and Technology GCSE
Cross-linked Network
What Cross-linked Network means in Design and Technology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Cross-linked Network
A 3D network of polymer chains permanently bonded together by strong covalent bonds.
Topics that use Cross-linked Network
- The categorisation of the types, properties and structure of thermoforming and thermosetting polymers (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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