Question

Some elements show the property of existing in two or more distinct physical form which shows different physical properties but same chemical properties. These distinct forms of an element are called:

• A. isomers
• B. allotropes
• C. compounds
• D. isobars

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

allotropes

The term allotrope refers to one or more forms of a chemical element that occur in the physical state. Graphite and diamond are both allotropes of carbon that occur in the solid state. Allotropism only refers to different forms of chemical elements.