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asymmetry
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asymmetry /asym·me·try/ (a-sim´ĕ-tre) lack or absence of symmetry; dissimilarity in corresponding parts or organs on opposite sides of the body which are normally alike. In chemistry, lack of symmetry in the special arrangements of the atoms and radicals within the molecule or crystal.asymmet´rical
a·sym·me·try (-sm-tr)
n.
Disproportion between two or more like parts; lack of symmetry.

asymmetry.

asymmetry [a-sim´ĕ-tre]
lack or absence of symmetry; dissimilarity in corresponding parts or organs on opposite sides of the body that are normally alike. In chemistry, lack of symmetry in the special arrangements of the atoms and radicals within the molecule or crystal. adj., adj asymmet´rical.

asymmetry,
n lack of symmetry, particularly in situations where some form of symmetry is to be expected.

asymmetry,
n an inharmonious relationship between the maxillary and mandibular teeth during closure or functional jaw movements or facial features.

asymmetry
1. lack or absence of symmetry; dissimilarity in corresponding parts or organs on opposite sides of the body which are normally alike.
2. in chemistry, lack of symmetry in the special arrangements of the atoms and radicals within the molecule or crystal.

asymmetry
Lacking symmetry Neurology A proportional difference/discordance between the right/left hemispheres, especially vis-`a-vis function


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