Anisotropy

Anisotropy means that a material has different properties depending on the direction in which it is measured. In films, fibers, molded parts, and oriented polymers, anisotropy may affect tensile strength, shrinkage, optical behavior, dimensional stability, and processing performance.

See related terms:  Copolymerization, Copolymerization Ratio, Monomer, Polymer, Polymerization.