|
|
Definition of Vinylbenzene
1. Noun. A colorless oily liquid; the monomer for polystyrene.
Exact synonyms: Cinnamene, Phenylethylene, Styrene
Specialized synonyms: Polystyrene
Generic synonyms: Polyvinyl Resin, Vinyl Polymer, Vinyl Resin
Specialized synonyms: Polystyrene
Generic synonyms: Polyvinyl Resin, Vinyl Polymer, Vinyl Resin
Medical Definition of Vinylbenzene
1. C6H5CH==CH2; phenylethylene;the monomer from which polystyrenes, plastics, and synthetic rubber are made; together with divinylbenzene (for cross-linking), it is the basis of many synthetic ion exchangers. Synonym: cinnamene, ethenylbenzene, styrol, vinylbenzene. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Vinylbenzene
Other Resources:
