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heterogenous

Meanings
  • adjective

    Consisting of dissimilar elements or components; not uniform.

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heterogenous
Etymology
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From Greek heteros 'different' + genos 'race' or 'origin'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'heterogeneous' was first used in English during the 16th century.

  2. In the field of materials science, a 'heterogeneous nucleation' refers to the process of crystal growth on a non-uniform surface.

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  1. heterogeneous mixture: A mixture in which the components do not blend uniformly.

  2. heterogeneous system: A system that consists of dissimilar components or elements.

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In science, 'heterogeneous' is used to describe mixtures or systems that contain dissimilar components. In literature, 'heterogeneous' elements refer to diverse or disparate elements within a work.

How to Memorize "heterogenous"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a mixture with distinct and dissimilar components.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'heterogeneous' with the idea of diversity or disparity.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'heterogeneous' by associating it with the Greek roots 'hetero' meaning 'different' and 'genos' meaning 'race' or 'origin'.

🧠 Bonus Tips

To help you remember the word 'heterogenous', follow these practical tricks with steps:

1. Break it down: First, break down the word into smaller parts, 'hetero' and 'genous'. 'Hetero' comes from the Greek word 'heteros' which means 'different' or 'other', and 'genous' comes from the Greek word 'genos' which means 'kind'.

2. Visualize it: Imagine a group of people who are all different kinds of superheroes, each with their own unique powers and abilities. This group is 'heterogenous', meaning it is made up of different kinds of superheroes.

3. Create a sentence: Make up a sentence using the word, such as 'The students in the class came from heterogenous backgrounds, each with their own unique experiences and perspectives.'

4. Practice spelling: Spell the word out loud several times, focusing on each letter and its sound. Breaking it down into smaller parts and practicing spelling will help you remember the word's spelling and meaning.

5. Use it in conversation: Try to use the word in conversation or in writing as much as possible. The more you use it, the more likely you are to remember it.

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