Depolymerize

Pronunciation: /ˈdeɪˈpɑɫɪmɝˌaɪz/

Depolymerize (verb)

  1. To change a large chain substance into smaller units by chemical action.
  2. To cause a polymer to split into shorter molecules, often to make it easier to process.

Examples

  • The enzyme depolymerize the material by breaking polymer chains.
  • This process depolymerize the plastic by breaking polymer chains.