Acrylic
Acrylic
Acrylic (/əˈkrɪlɪk/), also known as polyacrylate, is a type of plastic, more specifically a synthetic polymer derived from acrylic acid.
Etymology
The term "acrylic" comes from the Latin word "acryl", which means "sharp", and the Greek word "poly", which means "many". This is in reference to the sharp, strong properties of the material and its many uses.
Description
Acrylic is a transparent thermoplastic often used in sheet form as a lightweight or shatter-resistant alternative to glass. It is also used in a wide range of products including paint, sealants, adhesives, and textiles due to its durability, clarity, and resistance to the elements and UV radiation.
Related Terms
- Acrylic acid: The organic compound from which acrylic is derived.
- Acrylic paint: A fast-drying paint made of pigment suspended in acrylic polymer emulsion.
- Acrylic resin: A group of related thermoplastic or thermosetting plastic substances derived from acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or other related compounds.
- Acrylic fiber: Synthetic fibers made from a polymer (polyacrylonitrile) with an average molecular weight of -100,000, about 1900 monomer units.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acrylic
- Wikipedia's article - Acrylic
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