"polydopamine" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: polydopamines [plural]
Etymology: poly- + dopamine Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|poly|dopamine}} poly- + dopamine Head templates: {{en-noun}} polydopamine (plural polydopamines)
  1. (organic chemistry) A polymer formed by the oxidation of dopamine, naturally produced as a biological glue, and also used as a flame retardant. Categories (topical): Organic compounds Hypernyms: adhesive, flame retardant, glue, organic compound, polymer

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