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Which term is sometimes used synonymously with amorphous solid?
What is the etymology of the term 'amorphous'?
Which of the following is an example of an amorphous solid?
What is the internal structure of amorphous materials like?
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Can amorphous materials be defined by a finite unit cell?
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Study Notes
Amorphous Solids
- The term "glassy solid" is sometimes used synonymously with amorphous solid.
- The term "amorphous" comes from the Greek words "a" (without) and "morphē" (shape), literally meaning "without shape" or "formless".
- Glass is an example of an amorphous solid.
- The internal structure of amorphous materials is characterized by a lack of long-range order and a non-crystalline structure.
- Amorphous materials cannot be defined by a finite unit cell, unlike crystalline materials.
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Test your knowledge of amorphous solids and their properties in this quiz! Learn about the differences between crystals and non-crystalline solids, explore the concept of the glass transition, and discover various examples of amorphous materials.
