Crystallites

Definition

Crystallites are small, ordered regions within a polymer where the molecular chains exhibit a highly organized structure. They contrast with amorphous areas where the chains are arranged in a random, disordered fashion.

Related terms

Polymer: A large molecule composed of many repeated subunits known as monomers linked together in a chain.

Amorphous: Describes a part of the polymer that lacks an ordered structure, with molecules positioned randomly.

Molecular Chain: A sequence of atoms connected by chemical bonds within a polymer, forming the backbone of its structure