acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene
- noun
- /ˌækrɪloʊˈnaɪtraɪl bjuˈtædiˌin ˈstaɪrin/
- Specialized
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acrilonitrilo-butadieno-estireno
- Many electronic housings use acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene because it resists impact and heat.
Examples
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Modern LEGO bricks are constructed with acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene for a consistent feel and fit.
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The dashboard is made from acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene due to its strength and durability.
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The car's body is made of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene.
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Many manufacturers prefer acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene for its durability.
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The car's body was constructed from acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene for improved durability and lightness.
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Manufacturers often choose acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene for appliance casings due to its toughness.
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In toy production, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene is favored for its strong yet lightweight properties.
Synonyms
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A strong, hard plastic that companies make into car parts and computer cases
How Tough
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- US
143
2.6
- Specialized
- Specialized
- Specialized
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31
3.4
Surface Forms
Morphology
acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene = acrylonitrile + butadiene + styrene (transparent) = acrylonitrile + butadiene + styrene
The compound name is a straightforward listing of its constituent monomers, indicating a copolymer made from those three components.
Etymology
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene is made by joining the three chemicals that make the plastic: acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene, so the name reads like a short 'recipe' and is often shortened to ABS. Each part gives a useful quality, so ABS is a tough, light plastic used for car bodies, appliance cases, and toys like LEGO.