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Degree of Polymerization vs. Degree of Crosslinking

Posted: December 18, 2007

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This molecule has a high degree of crosslinking 18 (crosslinks)/40 units = DC of 0.45. The difference between a silicone fluid (DC of zero) an elastomer (a low DC) and a resin (high DC) is crosslink density.