Definition of Allotropism

1. Noun. The phenomenon of an element existing in two or more physical forms.

Exact synonyms: Allotropy
Generic synonyms: Chemical Phenomenon
Derivative terms: Allotropic, Allotropical, Allotropic, Allotropical

Definition of Allotropism

1. n. The property of existing in two or more conditions which are distinct in their physical or chemical relations.

Medical Definition of Allotropism

1. The existence of certain elements, in several forms differing in physical properties; e.g., carbon black, graphite, and diamond are all pure carbon. Origin: allo-+ G. Tropos, a turning (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Allotropism

allotriodontia
allotriogeustia
allotriophagy
allotriosmia
allotriploid
allotrope
allotrope
allotropes
allotrophic
allotropic
allotropic
allotropical
allotropic personality
allotropies
allotropism (current term)
allotropism (current term)
allotropize
allotropy
allotropy
allots
allotted
allottee
allottees
allotter
allotters
allotting
allotype
allotype
allotypes
allotypic

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