polypropylene
/ˌpɒlɪˈprəʊpɪliːn
/noun [mass noun]
A synthetic resin which is a polymer of propylene, used chiefly for films, fibres, or moulding materials: high-impact polypropylene [as modifier]: polypropylene underwear...
- Examples of linear polymers include polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride and polypropylene.
- Synthetic polymers such as polyethylene and polypropylene are produced by free radical addition reactions.
- Polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, silicone, and rubber are among the materials that are not responsive to the process.