Mesh term Silicones
Browse to parent terms:Siloxanes
Description
A broad family of synthetic organosiloxane polymers containing a repeating silicon-oxygen backbone with organic side groups attached via carbon-silicon bonds. Depending on their structure, they are classified as liquids, gels, and elastomers. (From Merck Index, 12th ed)Browse to child terms:
Dimethylpolysiloxanes
Silicone Elastomers
Silicone Gels
Silicone Oils
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