What does hypochromic mean?
Hypochromic means (physics, chemistry) Describing a decrease in the intensity of a spectral band due to a change in the molecular environment.
Hypochromic
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Meaning
(physics, chemistry) Describing a decrease in the intensity of a spectral band due to a change in the molecular environment.
Definitions by Sense
- (physics, chemistry) Describing a decrease in the intensity of a spectral band due to a change in the molecular environment
- (medicine) Having a lower than normal amount of hemoglobin in the red blood cells
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Synonyms for hypochromic
Antonyms for hypochromic
Related Words
Word Forms
- more hypochromic
- most hypochromic
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for hypochromic?
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What is the opposite of hypochromic?
Possible antonyms include hyperchromic.
How do you use hypochromic in a sentence?
Use hypochromic where its definition matches the intended context.
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