Solids

Definition

Solids are rigid and have a fixed shape and resist deformation

Molecules can be held together by intermolecular forces or they can exist as a network of bonded atoms or ions.

Structure of Solids

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Amorphous Solids

Definition

Amorphous solids do not exhibit any long-range order

Crystalline Solids

Definition

Crystalline solids exhibit a regular order at long-range