Practice mode Solids

Calcium carbonate exists as both calcite and aragonite. This phenomenon is called ____

Correct answer D. polymorphism

Explanation

Polymorphism is the existence of one compound in more than one crystalline form. Isomorphism means different compounds share the same crystal structure, and allotropy refers to elements.

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