Which of the following is anisotropic?
Correct answer: B. Quartz
- A. Hydrogen
- B. Quartz
- C. Water
- D. Rubber
Explanation
Quartz is an example of an anisotropic material. Its crystal structure leads to different physical properties depending on the direction or axis along which the measurements are taken. Properties like refractive index, thermal expansion, and elasticity vary with direction within quartz crystals due to their non-uniform atomic arrangement. Therefore, option b is correct.
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