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1silicone — [sil′ikōn΄] n. [ SILIC(O) + ONE] any of a group of polymerized, organic silicon compounds containing a basic structure of alternate oxygen and silicon atoms, usually with various organic groups attached to the chain: characterized by relatively… …
2Silicone — Not to be confused with the metalloid chemical element Silicon. Silicone caulk can be used as a basic sealant against water and air penetration. Silicones are inert, synthetic compounds with a variety of forms and uses. Typically heat resistant… …
3silicone — /sil i kohn /, n. Chem. any of a number of polymers containing alternate silicon and oxygen atoms, as ( Si O Si O )n, whose properties are determined by the organic groups attached to the silicon atoms, and that are fluid, resinous, rubbery,… …
4Water cooling — Cooling tower and water discharge of a nuclear power plant Water cooling is a method of heat removal from components and industrial equipment. As opposed to air cooling, water is used as the heat conductor. Water cooling is commonly used for… …
5silicone rubber — A cold cure molding polymer compound which can withstand the heat of molten lead. It is mixed from a rubber based solution and a catalyst. Silicone rubber is used for small scale casting. As a gel, silicone is available in tubes from any… …
6silicone — noun Etymology: silicon + one Date: 1943 any of various polymeric organic silicon compounds obtained as oils, greases, or plastics and used especially for water resistant and heat resistant lubricants, varnishes, binders, and electric insulators …
7silicone — noun /ˈsIlIkəʊn/ a class of inert, semi inorganic polymeric compounds of silicon, having a wide range of thermal stability and extreme water repellence, used in a very wide range of industrial applications, and in prosthetic replacements for body …
8silicone — sil|i|cone [ˈsılıkəun US koun] n [U] [Date: 1900 2000; Origin: silicon] a chemical that is not changed by heat or cold, does not let water through, and is used in making artificial body parts, paint, and rubber …
9silicone — sil•i•cone [[t]ˈsɪl ɪˌkoʊn[/t]] n. chem. any of a number of polymers containing alternate silicon and oxygen atoms, whose properties are determined by the organic groups attached to the silicon atoms, and that are fluid, resinous, rubbery,… …
10silicone — A silicon compound with a high resistance to heat, water, and chemicals, and with good insulating and lubricating properties; used in oils, polishes, sealants, etc …
