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diol

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diol [ˈdaɪɒl]
n
(Chemistry) Chem any of a class of alcohols that have two hydroxyl groups in each molecule Also called glycol dihydric alcohol
[from di-1 + (alcoh)ol]
diol  (dôl, -l)
An alcohol containing two hydroxyl groups per molecule.
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Noun1.diol - any of a class of alcohols having 2 hydroxyl groups in each molecule
dihydric alcohol, glycol
alcohol - any of a series of volatile hydroxyl compounds that are made from hydrocarbons by distillation


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These include 1,4-butanediol, Caytur 21 and 31 delayed-action amine curatives, HQEE diol chain extender, MBCA, Ethacure 300 aromatic diamine alternative to MBCA, ethoxylated trimethylopropane, and three Vibracure diols.
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Ravecarb diol polycarbonates are used for polyurethane coating and synthetic leather where high temperature and humidity resistance are required.
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One, called oligo([epsilon]-caprolactone) diol, maintains the polymer's temporary form at room temperature and higher.
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