Author: Glossary
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Polycarbonate
A transparent polymer used to manufacture eye protectors, shields, and other medical devices, Polycarbonate, an exceptionally robust type of plastic, finds frequent application in the manufacturing of safety glasses, sport glasses, and children’s eyeglasses. Notably, polycarbonate lenses possess approximately 50 times the impact resistance of glass lenses.
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Polybrominated diphenyl ethers
A class of chemicals used as flame retardants. They are chemically related to polychlorinated biphenyls and are thought to have similar biological toxicity. They have been found in streams, marine animals, human fetuses, and human breast milk.
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Polyblennia
Secretion of an abnormal amount of mucus.
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Polybasic
To an acid with two or more hydrogen ions that will combine with a base.
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Polyavitaminosis
A deficiency of more than one vitamin.
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Polyatomic
Having several atoms.
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Polyarticular
Concerning, having, or affecting many joints. Involving multiple joints, also known as multi-articular.
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Chronic villous polyarthritis
Chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane of multiple joints.
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Polyangiitis
Inflammation of a number of blood vessels.
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Polyamide
A polymer used in catheters, sutures, other biomedical devices, and clothing.