Polystyrenes

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Taxonomy

Code

D011137

Scope note(s)

  • Polymerized forms of styrene used as a biocompatible material, especially in dentistry. They are thermoplastic and are used as insulators, for injection molding and casting, as sheets, plates, rods, rigid forms and beads.

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    Polystyrenes

    Polystyrenes

    Equivalent terms

    Polystyrenes

    • UF Polystyrol

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    Polystyrenes

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