What is polymorphism ? - Vidyadip

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What is polymorphism ?

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Polymorphism : A phenomenon in which when a single substance crystallises in two or more forms under different conditions of solidification is called polymorphism and the substance is called polymorphous. For example, calcite and oragonite are two forms of $CaCO _3$.

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