Question

Write a short note on isomorphism.

Answer 1

1. Isomorphism is a phenomenon where two or more different compounds crystallise in the same crystal structure due to the similar shape, size, and chemical properties of their ions or molecules.
2. An example of isomorphism is zinc sulphate heptahydrate (ZnSO₄·7H₂O) and magnesium sulphate heptahydrate (MgSO₄·7H₂O) are isomorphous because they crystallize in the same shape and structure.