Andalusite, kyanite, and sillimanite are described as polymorphs. What does this mean?
A) They have the same atomic structure but different chemical compositions.
B) They have the same chemical composition but different atomic structures.
C) They all morphed at the same time.
D) They are exact opposites of one another.
Answer: B
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