Chemistry 12th Edition

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ISBN 13: 978-0-07802-151-0

Chapter 2 - Atoms, Molecules, and Ions - Questions & Problems - Page 68: 2.28

Answer

Allotropes are different physical forms of the same element. For example, 2 allotropes of carbon are graphite and diamond, which are both composed of carbon but have vastly different physical properties.

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Allotropes are different physical forms of the same element. For example, 2 allotropes of carbon are graphite and diamond, which are both composed of carbon but have vastly different physical properties.
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