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dissymmetry

[dih-sim-i-tree, dis-sim-] / dɪˈsɪm ɪ tri, dɪsˈsɪm- /


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As to the causes of the formation of the brush or stream, I think it is due to the electrostatic action of the globe and the dissymmetry of the parts.

From Experiments with Alternate Currents of High Potential and High Frequency by Tesla, Nikola

If Pasteur's idea as to the dissymmetry of crystals were confirmed, a great scientific advance was assured.

From Makers of Modern Medicine by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)

These motions are, of course, due to the impact of the molecules, and the irregularity in the distribution of the potential, owing to the roughness and dissymmetry of the wire or filament.

From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Martin, Thomas Commerford

Pasteur's discoveries in dissymmetry have brought us closer than ever before to the mystery of life.

From Makers of Modern Medicine by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)

All his life he kept this question of dissymmetry before his mind and hoped to get back to work at it.

From Makers of Modern Medicine by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)