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There are currently 9 names in this directory beginning with the letter M.
MDI
A form of polyurethane.
MEG
Mono ethylene glycol (see ethylene glycol).
Merchant market
The external (that is, free) market in which products may be sold.
Metathesis
A chemical reaction between two compounds in which parts of each are interchanged to form two new compounds. Also known as double decomposition.
Methanol
Simplest form of alcohol used in diverse applications, including formaldehyde, MTBE, and acetic acid production.
Mixed xylene
Mixture containing ortho-, para-, and meta-xylene. Used in the production of solvents and gasoline.
Molecule
A molecule is the smallest particle of a chemical compound that can maintain its individual properties and independent existence. A molecule is expressed as a chemical formula, such as H2O.
Monomer
Base or repeated unit in a polymer. Ethylene is a monomer, which, among other polymers, goes into polyethylene.
MTBE, methyl tertiary butyl ether
Oxygenates, including MTBE, are used in fuels to reduce vehicle exhaust emissions while maintaining high performance.