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Polyimide
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<p>Polyimide (sometimes abbreviated PI) is a <a href="/facts/Monomer/Gw3CltMb">monomer</a> containing <a href="/facts/Imide/0v1JMJt2">imide</a> groups belonging to the class of <a href="/facts/High-performance_plastics/8gnCHMnL">high-performance plastics</a>. With their high heat-resistance, polyimides enjoy diverse applications in roles demanding rugged organic materials, such as high temperature <a href="/facts/Fuel_cell/UcMYnCW3">fuel cells</a>, displays, and various military roles. A classic polyimide is <a href="/facts/Kapton/NwTwLMeE">Kapton</a>, which is produced by condensation of <a href="/facts/Pyromellitic_dianhydride/MUJTE4hm">pyromellitic dianhydride</a> and <a href="/facts/4%2c4%2527-oxydianiline/E7pEj8sm">4,4'-oxydianiline</a>. </p>