What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
thermotropic
Example
The liquid crystal display in your phone is an example of a thermotropic material. [thermotropic: adjective]
Example
The thermotropic behavior of certain polymers makes them useful in various industrial applications. [thermotropic: noun]
thermoelastic
Example
The bimetallic strip in a thermostat is an example of a thermoelastic material. [thermoelastic: adjective]
Example
Thermoelasticity is an important property of certain metals used in engineering applications. [thermoelasticity: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Thermotropic is a more common term than thermoelastic in scientific literature and everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between thermotropic and thermoelastic?
Both thermotropic and thermoelastic are technical terms used in scientific and engineering contexts, making them more formal than everyday language.
