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Element showing the phenomenon of allotropy is:

A
Al
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Pb
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C
Sn
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Cu
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Solution

The correct option is C Sn
Among the given elements tin (Sn) shows the allotropy.
β-tin (the metallic form, or white tin), which is stable at and above room temperature, is malleable. In contrast, α-tin (nonmetallic form, or gray tin), which is stable below 13.2 °C (55.8 °F), is brittle.
Hence option C is correct.

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