Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition
Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition
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ISBN: 9780078807213
Author: Paul W. Zitzewitz
Publisher: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill
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Chapter 13.4, Problem 46SSC
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Difference between the structure of candle wax and that of ice.

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Answer to Problem 46SSC

Candle wax is a type of amorphous solid whereas ice is a type of crystalline solid.

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Introduction: Solid is a state of matter in which molecules are closely bound together. Due to closely bounded molecules, solids have a definite shape which changes when an external force is applied on it.

Mainly there are two types of solids: Crystalline and amorphous solids.

Crystalline solids are ordered at atomic level whereas amorphous solids have disordered arrangement of atoms.

Difference in the shape of candle wax and ice is that candle wax is a type of amorphous solid. It means that atoms or particles in candle have disordered arrangement. Whereas ice is a type of crystalline solid as molecules are in crystal lattice.

Conclusion:Hence, candle wax is an amorphous solid. Ice is a crystalline solid.

Chapter 13 Solutions

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

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