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CHM 102 P block elements Objective Question

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What are the two important allotropic forms of Tin mentioned in the document, and what are their metallic natures?
Options
A Red tin (metallic) and Yellow tin (non-metallic)
B Alpha tin (metallic) and Beta tin (non-metallic)
C White tin (metallic) and Grey tin (non-metallic)
Correct Answer
D Rhombohedral tin (non-metallic) and Monoclinic tin (metallic)
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 13 shows 'White tin (Metallic)' and 'Grey tin (non metallic)' as the two allotropes of Tin, with a transition between them at different temperatures ('cold' for Grey tin, 'heat' for White tin).

Hint

The document specifically names two allotropes of Tin and their properties.

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