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Why amorphous solids are called as supercooled liquids?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Amorphous Solids**: Amorphous solids are materials in which the constituent particles (atoms, molecules, or ions) are arranged in a random or irregular manner, lacking a long-range order. Unlike crystalline solids, which have a well-defined geometric structure, amorphous solids do not have a specific pattern of arrangement. 2. **Examples of Amorphous Solids**: Common examples of amorphous solids include glass, rubber, and certain types of plastics. Glass is often cited as a classic example of an amorphous solid. ...
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  • Assertion: Glass panes fixed to windows or doors of old buildings are slightly thicker at the bottom than at the top . Reason: Glass is a pseudo solid or supercooled liquid

    A
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion
    B
    If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
    C
    If assertion is true but reason is false
    D
    If both assertion and reason are false
  • The amorphous solid among the following is

    A
    Diamond
    B
    Graphite
    C
    Glass
    D
    Common salt.
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