Poly

Poly is a prefix derived from the Greek word "polus" meaning "many" or "much". It is used in various contexts in science, mathematics, and medicine to denote a multitude or an abundance of something.

Science

In science, the term "poly" is often used to denote a polymer, which is a large molecule, or macromolecule, composed of many repeated subunits. Polymers can be found in a variety of materials including plastics, resins, rubber, fibers, and biological molecules. Examples of polymers include polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

Mathematics

In mathematics, "poly" is used as a prefix to denote a geometric figure with many sides. Examples include polygon, a plane figure that is bounded by a finite chain of straight line segments closing in a loop to form a closed chain or circuit, and polyhedron, a solid in three dimensions with flat polygonal faces, straight edges and sharp corners or vertices.

Medicine

In medicine, "poly" is used in various medical terms to denote an excess or abundance of something. Examples include polydipsia, excessive thirst and fluid intake, and polyuria, the production of an abnormally large volume of urine.

See also

• Poly (disambiguation)

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