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All of the following have cleavage planes except

Correct answer: D. metallic crystals

  • A. ionic crystals
  • B. covalent crystals
  • C. molecular crystals
  • D. metallic crystals

Explanation

Cleavage is the tendency of a crystal to break along specific planes of weakness, resulting in smooth surfaces. Different types of crystals exhibit cleavage to varying degrees.Metallic crystals: Metallic crystals typically do not have cleavage planes. Metals have a more delocalized structure with a sea of electrons, and the lack of distinct planes of weakness makes them less prone to cleavage.

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