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polysilane

n. (context chemistry English) Any of a range of polymers having a backbone of continuous silicon atoms

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Polysilane

Polysilanes are organosilicon compounds with the formula (RSi). They are relatives of traditional organic polymers but their backbones are composed of silicon atoms. They exhibit distinctive optical and electrical properties. They are mainly used industrially as precursors to silicon carbide.