Look up: silicone


  1. silicone
    [n] - any of a large class of siloxanes that are unusually stable over a wide range of temperatures
    Found op http://www.webdictionary.co.uk/definition.php?query=silicone

  2. Silicone
    Silicone adhesive/sealants are used to fill gaps such as around a bath or sink. They remain flexible when dry and bond to most surfaces.
    Found op http://www.papiermache.co.uk/glossary/

  3. Silicone
    Substance used to make body implants (for example, artificial breasts). Also used to make some medical equipment (for example, urinary catheters). Used because it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction.
    Found op http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/utilities/glossary/index.htm?search=s

  4. Silicone
    A unique polymer system that can be a very effective release coating, or pressure-sensitive adhesive capable of functioning effectively at extreme temperatures.
    Found op http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20829

  5. Silicone
    a group of compounds of silicon and oxygen; commonly used as implants in cosmetic surgery because they resist body fluids and are not rejected by the body
    Found op http://www.medichecks.com/glossary.cfm?ltr=S

  6. silicone
    Any of many polymers made up of alternating oxygen and silicon atomscombined with other organic groups. Silicone can be an oil, grease, gelor plastic, but all forms are resistant to heat, water and will notconduct electricity. It is used for a huge number of uses in industry (lubricants, paints, adh...
    Found op http://www.mondofacto.com/facts/dictionary?silicone

  7. silicone
    silicone polymer noun any of a large class of siloxanes that are unusually stable over a wide range of temperatures; used in lubricants and adhesives and coatings and synthetic rubber and electri...
    Found op http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=silicone

  8. silicone
    (sil´ĭ-kōn) any of a large group of organic compounds comprising alternating silicon and oxygen atoms linked to organic radicals; uses have included wetting agents and surfactants, sealants, coolants, contact lenses, and surgical membranes and implants.
    Found op http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001

  9. silicone
    any of a diverse class of chemical polymers manufactured in the form of fluids, resins, or elastomers. Although they are partially organic in ... [7 related articles]
    Found op http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/s/95



  1. Silicone
    Silicones are inert, synthetic compounds with a variety of forms and uses. Typically heat-resistant and rubber-like, they are used in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, medical applications (e.g., breast implants), cookware, and insulation. Silicones are polymers that include silicon together with ca...
    Found op http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicone

  2. Silicone
    A resin used in the binders of coatings. Also used as an additive to provide specific properties, e.g., defoamer. Paints containing silicone are very slick and resist dirt, graffiti and bacterial growth, and are stable in high heat.
    Found op http://www.spectrapaint.com/architectural/glossary.html

  3. Silicone
    A resin, characterized by water-repellent properties, in which the main polymer chain consists of alternating silicon and oxygen atoms, with carbon-containing side groups; silicones may be used in joint sealing compounds, caulking or coating compounds, or admixtures for concrete.
    Found op http://www.pavement.com/glossary/A.html

  4. silicone
    A polymer with alternate atoms of silicon and oxygen, and organic groups attached to the silicon. Silicones are resistant to water and oxidation, and are stable to heat. Liquid silicones are used for waterproofing, as polishes and anti-foam agents. Silicone greases are high- and low-temperature lubr...
    Found op http://www.daviddarling.info/encyclopedia/S/silicone.html

  5. silicone
    silicone, polymerin which atoms of silicon and oxygen alternate in a chain; various organic radicals, such as the methyl group, CH3, are bound to the silicon atoms. Silicones, which are unusually stable at extreme temperatures (both high and low), may occur as liquids, rubbers, resins, or greases. S...
    Found op http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/sci/A0845229.html

  6. silicone
    Type: Term Pronunciation: sil′i-kōn Definitions: 1. A polymer of organic silicon oxides, which may be a liquid, gel, or solid, depending on the extent of polymerization; formerly widely used in surgical implants, in intracorporeal tubes to conduct fluids, as dental impression material, as...
    Found op http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=82125

  7. SILICONE
    See Resin.
    Found op http://www.goldenglowpaints.com/Articles/GeneralArticles/GLOSSARYTERMS.htm

  8. SILICONE
    See Resin.
    Found op http://www.goldenglowpaints.com/Articles/GeneralArticles/GLOSSARYTERMS.htm

  9. silicone
    A synthetic gel that is used as an outer coating on breast implants and as the inside filling of some implants.
    Found op http://www.cancer.gov/dictionary?expand=S

  10. silicone
    1) Cosmetic material 2) Insulation material 3) Kind of rubber 4) Polymer 5) Silicone polymer 6) Siloxane 7) Type of rubber
    Found op http://www.mijnwoordenboek.nl/EN/crossword-dictionary/silicone/1

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