Definitions
- Describing a material or substance that can be polarized. - Referring to the ability of a molecule or atom to be polarized by an electric field. - Talking about the tendency of a substance to become polarized in response to an external force.
- Describing a material or substance that can be polarized. - Referring to the ability of a molecule or atom to be polarized by an electric field. - Talking about the tendency of a substance to become polarized in response to an external force.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the ability of a material or substance to be polarized.
- 2Both words refer to the tendency of a substance to become polarized in response to an external force.
- 3Both words are used in scientific contexts, particularly in the fields of physics and chemistry.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Polarisable is more commonly used in British English, while polarizable is more common in American English.
Remember this!
Polarisable and polarizable are synonyms that describe the ability of a material or substance to be polarized. The only difference between the two words is their spelling, with polarisable being more common in British English and polarizable being more common in American English.
