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Pleomorphism Definition & Meaning

pleomorphism
noun
  1. (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound
  2. (biology) the appearance of two or more distinctly different forms in the life cycle of some organisms

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Frequently asked questions

What does pleomorphism mean?
(chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound (biology) the appearance of two or more distinctly different forms in the life cycle of some organisms
What part of speech is pleomorphism?
Pleomorphism is a noun.
How many definitions does pleomorphism have?
Pleomorphism has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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