Multiple choice

Which of the following types of solids is represented by substances like glass, rubber, fused silica, plastics, etc?

  1. Polycrystalline Solids

  2. Amorphous Solids

  3. Crystalline Solids

  4. None of these

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Substances whose constituents are not arranged in an orderly manner are called amorphous solids. They are also called pseudo-solids, and differ from crystalline solids in many respects. The common examples of amorphous solids are -  glass, rubber, fused silica, plastics, etc.