Solid state quivck revision
Chapter 1: Solid State – Ultra Quick Revision 1.1 Introduction Strong interparticle forces of attraction . Fixed shape and fixed volume . Very small change with temperature and pressure. Particles may be atoms, ions or molecules . 1.2 Types of Solids Crystalline Solids Regular, repeating arrangement. Long-range order. Sharp melting point. Anisotropic (properties differ with direction). Examples: Ice, NaCl, Diamond, Graphite, Gold, Copper. Amorphous Solids Random arrangement. Short-range order. No sharp melting point. Isotropic (same properties in every direction). Examples: Glass, Plastic, Rubber, Tar. Crystalline vs Amorphous Crystalline Amorphous Regular arrangement Random arrangement Long-range order Short-range order Sharp melting point No sharp melting point Anisotropic Isotropic 1.2.3 Isomorphism, Polymorphism & Allotropy Isomorphism Different substances → Same crystal structure. Same atomi...