polarizable

/ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzəbəl/
adjective
  1. Capable of being polarized, or able to develop opposite charges or poles.
    • The polarizable nature of water makes it a good solvent.
    • Some materials are more polarizable than others when exposed to an electric field.
    • Scientists tested which gases are polarizable under high pressure.
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