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AH020387 Posted 16 years ago
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Are complex, synthesis, compound, composite all synonyms?

Are complex, synthesis, compound, composite all synonyms?
  

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No, I cannot think of a single instance in which they are all synonymous.

  • No, I cannot think of a single instance in which they are all synonymous.
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No, I cannot think of a single instance in which they are all synonymous.
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But do they all carry atleast somewhat the same meaning?
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Generally, yes-- they all speak of mixtures. 'Synthesis' stands as the odd man out in that it carries a greater meaning of A+B = C, where the others are just A+B = A,B (so to speak).
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Can you explain what you mean, do you mean that synthesis is a uniuely formed compound, and the other words imply compounds that are not unique?
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No; only 'synthesis' suggests that a 3rd different substance or entity is created; the others speak only to the mixture of substances. (I am speaking generally, of course.)

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