mer
n. countablen. a single unit or part that can join with others to form a long chain. Scientists use these small pieces to build larger structures called polymers.
n. a single molecule that can undergo polymerisation, thereby contributing constitutional units to the essential structure of a macromolecule. Often used in technical contexts to describe the repeating structural unit of a polymer.
Each mer in the chain is identical to the next.
The chemical properties of the resulting plastic depend heavily on the specific mer used during the synthesis process.
By altering the arrangement of each individual mer within the copolymer, engineers can fine-tune the material's elasticity and thermal resistance for industrial applications.
Clipping of polymer.
See mayor.
Commonly appears as a suffix in terms like 'monomer', 'polymer', or 'isomer' rather than as a standalone word in general English.