Anisotropy (an-

no , Gr. Isos equal, uniform , Gr. TROP OS return, turnover ) - dependence on direction. The term used i n many fields. Isotropy is the opposite of anisotropy. Recognitio n of different properties (thermal expansion, electrical conducti vity, refractive index, speed, crystal growth and dissolution), depending on direction. Anisotropic body exhibit different properties depending on the direction in which the property is considered.

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