Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Relating to the different forms or variations that a single element can take, especially in the context of language or chemistry.

Example: The allomorphic variations of the word demonstrate its flexibility in different grammatical contexts.

Definition: A characteristic of a substance that can exist in different forms or structures, especially in terms of its crystal arrangement.

Example: The allomorphism of the mineral allowed it to exist in different crystal structures depending on the conditions.

Definition: A person who uses a system of medicine that treats diseases by using remedies that produce effects different from those caused by the diseases themselves.

Example: The allopath prescribed medication to treat the patient's illness.

Definition: Relating to a type of medicine that treats diseases by using different methods or substances, such as drugs or surgery, that have effects opposite to the symptoms of the illness.

Example: Many people prefer allopathic treatments for their health issues.

Definition: A way of treating illnesses using medicines that create effects opposite to the symptoms of the illness.

Example: Many people prefer allopathy for its scientifically proven methods of treatment.

Definition: Describing species or populations that live in different geographic areas and do not overlap, often leading to them being unable to interbreed due to this separation.

Example: The allopatric populations of the species evolved distinct characteristics due to their geographic isolation.

Definition: A situation in which different species or populations live in separate geographic areas and do not overlap, often leading to the development of distinct characteristics.

Example: The allopatry of the two species has led to distinct evolutionary paths.

Definition: A type of mineral that is not crystalline and can be seen through. It is usually colored and is made up of water and aluminum silicate. This mineral often forms in layers or shapes like stalactites.

Example: Allophane is often found in volcanic regions where it forms from the alteration of volcanic glass.

Definition: A variant pronunciation of a single sound in a language, where different sounds can be used in similar contexts without changing the meaning. For example, the different ways to pronounce the letter 't' in 'top' and 'stop' are examples of this concept.

Example: In linguistics, the aspirated 't' in 'top' and the unaspirated 't' in 'stop' are examples of allophones.

Definition: This term describes an organism that has multiple sets of chromosomes, which come from different species.

Example: The allopolyploid plant exhibited traits from both parent species.

Definition: A type of organism that has more than two sets of chromosomes, which come from different species.

Example: The allopolyploid plant exhibited traits from both parent species, making it unique in its characteristics.