silicones
Flexible sealant compounds
Silicones are synthetic polymers built around chains of silicon and oxygen atoms, with organic groups attached.
They remain stable across extreme temperatures and resist water, chemicals, and aging.
These properties make silicones ubiquitous in sealants, lubricants, medical implants, cookware, and cosmetics: silicone caulk, silicone breast implants, a silicone baking mat.
Not to be confused with silicon, the element.
Stretchable polymer substance
- macromoleculeVery large molecule
- monomerChain-forming molecule
- copolymerMulti-monomer molecular chain
- crosslinkingChemical bonds between polymers
polymerization · thermoset · thermoplastic · synthetic · biocompatible · hydrophobic · molecular · chain
Friction-reducing substance
- insulatorSubstance resisting energy flow
- non-stickSurface food won't cling to
- heat-resistantUnaffected by high temperatures
- coatingApplied surface covering
hydraulic · coolant · defoamer · dielectric · tubing · cookware · bakeware · medical-grade
Waterproof gap filler
- gasketMechanical leak preventer
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
- adhesiveMaterial that bonds objects
- jointShared by multiple parties
bonding · curing · leakproof · flexible · resistant · bathtub · window · plumbing
Hydrating skin cream
- conditionerHair-smoothing product
- primerPreparatory coat or guide
- smoothingReducing irregularities systematically
- shineEmit or reflect light
slip · emollient · skincare · haircare · foundation · serum · spreadability · silky
elastomer
Stretchable polymer substance
- macromoleculeVery large molecule
- monomerChain-forming molecule
- copolymerMulti-monomer molecular chain
crosslinking · polymerization · thermoset · thermoplastic · synthetic · biocompatible · hydrophobic · molecular · chain · flexibility
lubricant
Friction-reducing substance
- insulatorSubstance resisting energy flow
- non-stickSurface food won't cling to
- heat-resistantUnaffected by high temperatures
coating · hydraulic · coolant · defoamer · dielectric · tubing · cookware · bakeware · medical-grade · implant
caulk
Waterproof gap filler
- gasketMechanical leak preventer
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
- adhesiveMaterial that bonds objects
joint · bonding · curing · leakproof · flexible · resistant · bathtub · window · plumbing · glazing
moisturizer
Hydrating skin cream
- conditionerHair-smoothing product
- primerPreparatory coat or guide
- smoothingReducing irregularities systematically
shine · slip · emollient · skincare · haircare · foundation · serum · spreadability · silky · matte
- chemicalschemicals, compounds, acids, reagents, solutions
- Chemical Industrychemical engineering, chemical manufacturing, chemical plants, industrial chemistry, petrochemicals
- Cosmetic Ingredientshyaluronic acid, retinol, niacinamide, glycerin, dimethicone
- polymerspolymer, elastomers, monomer, polyurethane foam, copolymer
- detergent ingredientssurfactants, enzymes, builders, bleach, fragrances
- Inorganic Materialssilica, silicates, quartz, alumina, zirconia
siliconesnatural rubber
Elastic polymer from plants
latex · natural materials · biopolymers · cellulose · proteins
siliconeshydrocarbons
Carbon-hydrogen organic compounds
polyethylene · polypropylene · polyurethanes · nylon · polyesters
- Silicon ValleyBay Area tech corridor
- silicon chipsEtched semiconductor components
- silicone implantsGel-filled surgical enhancements
- silicone oilSynthetic polymer-based lubricant
- silicone moldsFlexible shaping containers
- silicon waferThin crystalline disc for microelectronics