allomerism

/ˌæloʊˈmɛrɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

The phenomenon in which two or more distinct species of organisms produce offspring that are fertile with each other, resulting in a new species.

“The discovery of allomerism in certain plant species has significant implications for our understanding of evolution and speciation.”

2. noun

A type of isomerism in which molecules have the same molecular formula but different structures, often resulting from variations in the arrangement of atoms.

“The chemist studied the allomerism exhibited by the molecule, noting its unique properties and potential applications.”

Synonyms

  • heteromerism
  • isomerism

Antonyms

  • homomerism
  • monomerism