Definition

The state of being made up of different or varied parts, rather than being uniform or the same throughout.

Example

The inhomogeneity of the material made it difficult to predict its behavior under stress.

Conversation

Have you heard about the concept of inhomogeneity in science?

Yeah, it's about things not being uniform, right?

Exactly! It can really affect how we understand different materials.

Totally, especially when we're looking at complex systems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inhomogeneity → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "homogeneus" (from Greek "homogenes", meaning of the same kind). The word describes a state of being not of the same kind or uniformity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being mixed with 'the same kind' ('homogeneus') — that's why inhomogeneity means a lack of uniformity.

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