periodicity
noun pl. periodicities
- the tendency, quality, or fact of recurring at regular intervals
- Chem. the occurrence of similar properties in elements occupying similar positions in the periodic table
See periodicity in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(pîrˌē-ə-dĭsˈĭ-tē)
noun pl. pe·ri·o·dic·i·ties - The quality or state of being periodic; recurrence at regular intervals.
- The repetition of similar properties in chemical elements, as indicated by their positioning in the periodic table.
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