a new class of polymers is provided , namely , poly arylazines . these novel polymers have a basic chemical composition which has the property of stabilizing the optical and physical properties of the polymer against the degradative effect of ultraviolet light and high temperatures . this stabilization occurs at wavelengths including those shorter than found on the surface of the earth and in the absence or presence of oxygen , making the polymers of the present invention useful for high performance coating applications in extraterrestrial space as well as similar applications in terrestrial service . the invention also provides novel aromatic azines which are useful in the preparation of polymers such as those of the present invention .