프로필렌을 중합하여 만든 열가소성 수지로, 내열성과 내구성이 뛰어나 용기, 섬유, 자동차 부품 등 다양한 용도로 사용되는 합성 고분자 화합물.
A versatile synthetic thermoplastic polymer made from the monomer propylene, widely used in packaging, textiles, and automotive components due to its durability and heat resistance.
예문:
"The manufacturer switched to polypropylene for the food containers because of its high melting point."
"Many thermal base layers are made from polypropylene fibers to wick moisture away from the skin."
"Polypropylene is often chosen for laboratory equipment because it can withstand repeated sterilization in an autoclave."