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Define the term "amorphous". Give a few example of amorphous solids.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: **Step 1: Define Amorphous Solids** Amorphous solids are materials that lack a long-range order in their atomic or molecular arrangement. Unlike crystalline solids, which have a well-defined geometric structure, amorphous solids have a disordered arrangement of particles. This irregularity results in unique physical properties. **Step 2: Characteristics of Amorphous Solids** - **Irregular Particle Arrangement**: The particles in amorphous solids do not form a regular pattern. - **Short-Range Order**: While there may be some local order among neighboring particles, this order does not extend over long distances. ...
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