polymer network that has dimensions of the order of 1 nm to 1 µm.
Note:
Modified from previous version. The definition proposed here is recommended as being more explicit.
Source:
PAC, 2007, 79, 1801. 'Definitions of terms relating to the structure and processing of sols, gels, networks, and inorganic-organic hybrid materials (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1814 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779101801)