1.) Explain the differences between an amorphous solid and a crystalline solid on the molecular and macroscopic levels? Give an example of each type of solid.brief res
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Their atoms or molecules are arranged in a random, disordered fashion. This lack of order results in a lack of a defined shape and melting point. Examples of amorphous solids include glass, rubber, and plastic. Show more…
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