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allotropy Noun

— Allotropy is the property that certain elements have to get their atoms disposed in different structures. Carbon has two main forms : graphite and diamond, that are each characterized by a different atomic disposition. This is called allotropy.

allotropy

— noun the phenomenon of an element existing in two or more physical forms

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allotropism

allotriomorphism