Polymer classes

Polymer classes

Polymer classes include:

* Biopolymer
* Conductive polymer
* Copolymer
* Fluoropolymer
* Gutta-percha (Polyterpene)
* Inorganic polymer
* Phenolic resin
* Polyanhydrides
* Polyester
* Polyolefin (Polyalkene)
* Rubber
* Silicone
* Silicone rubber
* Superabsorbent polymer
* Synthetic rubber
* Vinyl polymer


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