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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
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)