Differences between isomorphism and polymorphism plz
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Isomerism: iso means equal and morphe means shape. the crystals which have same compositions but different crystalline form.
ex:calcite and aragonite. these are 2 different minerals. they both are calcium carbonate minerals but they have different crystalline structures.
polymorphism: poly means many. the elements or substances which exist in more than one form are said to exhibit polymorphism.
ex: carbon exists as diamond,graphite,fullerene etc.
ex:calcite and aragonite. these are 2 different minerals. they both are calcium carbonate minerals but they have different crystalline structures.
polymorphism: poly means many. the elements or substances which exist in more than one form are said to exhibit polymorphism.
ex: carbon exists as diamond,graphite,fullerene etc.
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