Silicone
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A silicone or polysiloxane is a polymer composed of repeating units of siloxane. They are typically colorless oils or rubber-like substances. Silicones are used in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, med
Silicone caulk can be used as a basic sealant against water and air penetration.
This silicone rubber folding chessboard resists creasing and wrinkling.
Silicone caulks and rubber components are often used in automotive applications
Silicone is often used to seal maintenance access openings in aerospace equipment
Polymer
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A polymer is a substance composed of macromolecules. A macromolecule is a molecule of high relative molecular mass, the structure of which essentially comprises the multiple repetition of units derive
Silicone
…A silicone or polysiloxane is a polymer composed of repeating units of siloxane (−O−SiR2−O−SiR2−, where "R" stands for an organic group). They are typically colorless oils or rubber-like…
Appearance of real linear polymer chains as recorded using an atomic force microscope on a surface, under liquid medium. Chain contour length for this polymer is ~204 nm; thickness is ~0.4 nm.
A polyethylene sample that has necked under tension
A plastic item with thirty years of exposure to heat and cold, brake fluid, and sunlight. Notice the discoloration and crazing of the material (compared with replacement item in foreground).
Chlorine attack of acetal resin plumbing joint