star macromolecule

English

Noun

star macromolecule (plural star macromolecules)

  1. (organic chemistry, physical chemistry) A macromolecule having a single branch point from which linear chains (or arms) emanate.

Usage notes
  • They are named according to the number of arms e.g. "five-star macromolecule"

Derived terms
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