Degree of Polymerization

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Degree of Polymerization
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(DP). The number of monomer units in an average polymer molecule in a given sample. For natural cellulose it is about 3000, but in most polymers it is still higher. It can be controlled by appropriate processing techniques. DP is an important factor in plastics technology, as it directly affects the viscosity of solutions and properties of the end product.See Polymerization; Shortstopping Agent.