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Isotropic

/ˌaɪ.səˈtrɒp.ɪk/adjective
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Isotropic refers to a substance or system that has the same physical properties in all directions, such as equal conductivity or strength regardless of orientation. This concept is essential in modern science and engineering, where it helps design materials that perform reliably under varied stresses, like in aerospace components or optical lenses.

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In cosmology, the universe's cosmic microwave background radiation is isotropic to an astonishing degree, varying by less than 0.00001% across the sky, which provides strong evidence for the Big Bang and the universe's uniformity on large scales. This observation, first precisely measured by the COBE satellite in 1990, has revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos.

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