noun
- plural of allotropy; the existence of an element in two or more different physical forms or states in the same physical phase
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- Carbon exhibits several allotropies, including diamond, graphite, and graphene.
- The allotropies of oxygen include molecular oxygen and ozone.
- Phosphorus has multiple allotropies with different chemical properties.
- Scientists study the allotropies of sulfur to understand its structural variations.
- The allotropies of iron affect its strength and magnetic properties.