WAEC Chemistry 2014 Theory — Question 15

Question 15 of 38 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2014 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

2(c)(i). What are allotropes?

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Allotropes are the various physical forms in which an element can exist in the same physical state (e.g. solid), differing in their crystal structure/molecular arrangement (e.g. diamond and graphite for carbon).

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