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(a)
Interpretation:
The type of solids that possesses physical properties such as low melting point, softness, and low electrical conductivity, is to be identified. Also, the physical properties are to be explained for other solids.
(b)
Interpretation:
The type of solids that possesses physical properties such as low melting point, softness, and low electrical conductivity, is to be identified. Also, the physical properties are to be explained for other solids.
(c)
Interpretation:
The type of solids that possesses physical properties such as low melting point, softness, and low electrical conductivity, is to be identified. Also, the physical properties are to be explained for other solids.
(d)
Interpretation:
The type of solids that possesses physical properties such as, low melting point, softness, and low electrical conductivity, is to be identified. Also, the physical properties are to be explained for other solids.
(e)
Interpretation:
The type of solids that possesses physical properties such as, low melting point, softness, and low electrical conductivity, is to be identified. Also, the physical properties are to be explained for other solids.
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