Periodic graphics: The chemistry of glue

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References used to create this graphic:

The chemistry of superglue

Invitation to Organic Chemistry: Epoxy glues

How does epoxy work?

Adhesives, glues and sealants

Explain that stuff! Adhesives

A collaboration between C&EN and Andy Brunning, author of the popular graphics blog Compound Interest

To see more of Brunning’s work, go to compoundchem.com. To see all of C&EN’s Periodic Graphics, visit cenm.ag/periodicgraphics.