ne·mat·ic (n -m t  k)adj. Of or relating to the mesomorphic phase of a liquid crystal in which the molecules are oriented in loose parallel lines. [From Greek n  ma, nmat-, thread; see (s)n- in Indo-European roots.] |
nematic [nɪˈmætɪk]
adj
(Chemistry) Chem (of a substance) existing in or having a mesomorphic state in which a linear orientation of the molecules causes anisotropic properties Compare smectic See also liquid crystal
[nemat(o)- (referring to the threadlike chains of molecules in liquid) + -ic]
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