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glycolThick, colourless, odourless, sweetish liquid. It is used in antifreeze solutions, in the preparation of ethers and esters (used for explosives), as a solvent, and as a substitute for glycerol. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Monomeric and polymeric plasticizers suited for many polymer applications can provide a range of desired properties by utilizing acids such as adipic, azelaic, maleic, fumaric, glutaric, phthalic, and sebacic in combination with a variety of alcohols or glycols. Additionally, the polar glycol part acts as an intrinsic activator function comparable to ethylene glycols. To strengthen and add bulk to such materials, archaeologists routinely soak them in polyethylene glycols (PEGs), chemicals that are water-soluble and have a high molecular weight. |
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