Difference between Crystalline and Amorphous structure

Crystalline

Amorphous




 

Well defined edges and faces

Irregular surface

Has definite pattern, regularly arranged

No definite pattern, irregular arrangement

These have a long range order meaning- there is a regular pattern of arrangement of particles which repeats itself periodically over the entire crystal.

These have short range order meaning- regular predictable arrangement of the atoms are seen over a short distance

Sharp melting point

Has varying range of melting point

When cut with a sharp-edged tool, they split into two pieces with plain and smooth surfaces.

When cut with a sharp-edged tool, they cut into two pieces with irregular shapes.

Anisotropic in nature

Isotropic in nature

Also known as true soilds

Also known as pseudo-solids or supercooled solids

Examples

Diamond, Ice, Sugar, Metals

Examples

Rubber, Plastic, Gel, Glass



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