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mesomorphism

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mesomorphism [¦mez·ə¦mȯr‚fiz·əm]
(physical chemistry)
A state of matter intermediate between a crystalline solid and a normal isotropic liquid, in which long rod-shaped organic molecules contain dipolar and polarizable groups.


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Although increasing crosslink density and adding inorganic fillers to the polymer matrix yield moderate to large recovery stress improvements, less orthodox methods such as changing the polymer chemistry to impart mesomorphism or simply changing the deformation conditions (thermal or mechanical) have shown comparable effects.
We found complete grades of desiccation responses from poikilohydric to homoiohydric strategies and within the latter category from mesomorphism to xeromorphism.
While engagement with these discourses is not necessarily negative it has nevertheless continued to reproduce oppressive practices that include healthism, individualism, hegemonic masculinity and femininity, homophobia, mesomorphism, consumerism, able-bodyness, and mind/body dualism (e.
 
 
 
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