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    The document discusses the classification of solids into crystalline and amorphous solids. Crystalline solids have a regular, repeating arrangement of particles with long-range order that gives them anisotropic properties and sharp melting points. Examples include NaCl and diamond. In contrast, amorphous solids have an irregular, random arrangement of particles with only short-range order, making them isotropic with a range of melting points. Plastic and glass are amorphous solids.

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    Unit 1 – THE SOLID STATE

    Based on the arrangement of constituent particles solids classified into 2 groups.

    Classification of solids

    Crystalline Solids Amorphous solids


    # Regular, repeating, # irregular random manner
    alternating manner. (true (Pseudosolids or supercooled
    solids) liquids)
    # Long range order #Short range order
    #Gives regular cleavage on #Gives irregular cleavage when
    cutting. we cut
    #Anisotropic #Isotropic
    #Sharp melting point #has a range melting point
    #NaCl, Diamond, Naphthaline #Plastic, rubber, glass etc.
    etc.

    What is the difference between isotropic and anisotropic nature?


    Ans: Anisotropy – Physical properties like electrical resistance or refractive
    index show different values when measured along different directions in the
    same crystals.
    Isotropic – Refractive index of a solid is observed to have the same value along
    all directions.

    From the following choose the incorrect statement about crystalline solids.
    a) Melt at sharp temperature
    b) Have long range order
    c) They have definite heat of fusion
    d) They are isotropic

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