Practice mode Solids

Polymorphism shown by an element, such as diamond and graphite for carbon, is called ____

Correct answer A. allotropy

Explanation

When an element exists in more than one crystalline form, the polymorphism is called allotropy. Diamond and graphite are allotropes of carbon.

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