Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
isomorphous
adjective
/ˌaɪsəˈmɔrfəs/
Definition
Having a similar or identical form or structure, typically referring to compounds or crystals that share the same geometric shape.
Examples
- Salt and sugar are isomorphous, meaning they can share a similar crystal structure.
- The scientists studied isomorphous crystals to better understand their properties.
Meaning
Isomorphous describes substances that can maintain the same crystal structure while differing in chemical composition.
Synonyms
- similar
- identical
- homomorphic
