Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dispersive
Adjective
/dɪˈspɜːsɪv/
Definition
Tending to cause or result in dispersion.
Examples
- The dispersive properties of the material allowed light to spread into a spectrum.
- In ecology, the dispersive nature of a species can influence its survival and adaptation.
- A dispersive medium can affect the speed and direction of moving particles.
Meaning
Dispersive refers to the ability to spread out or scatter, often used in contexts involving various fields such as physics, chemistry, and ecology.
Synonyms
- Scattering
- Dispersed
- Diffusive
