polymer network with junction points or zones formed by physically interacting chains which need not be permanent.
Notes: - The junction points or zones need not be permanent over the time scale of the observation or measurement.
- The interaction can be due to hydrogen bonds, π–π interactions, chain entanglements, etc.
- Modification of the entry given as a note within the definition of @N04112@.
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 1815 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779101801)