dimorphism

Definitions of dimorphism

1. noun

   (chemistry) the property of certain substances that enables them to exist in two distinct crystalline forms
   type of:

   pleomorphism, polymorphism

   (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound
2. noun

   (biology) the existence of two forms of individual within the same animal species (independent of sex differences)
   type of:

   polymorphism

   (biology) the existence of two or more forms of individuals within the same animal species (independent of sex differences)