Definition

The quality of having the same characteristics or properties in every direction.

Example

The material exhibits isotropy, making it suitable for various engineering applications.

Conversation

I was reading about isotropy in materials science yesterday.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It refers to the property of having the same physical properties in all directions.

That sounds interesting! I never knew materials could behave that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Isotropy is formed from "iso-" (meaning equal) and "tropia" (from Greek "tropos", meaning turn or direction). The word describes a property that has the same value in all directions, hence equal directional characteristics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'equal' ('iso-') in all 'directions' ('tropia') to remember that isotropy means uniformity in all directions.

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