Question #6434733Single Choice

Geometry

Question

A scientist is studying crystal structures and finds that one molecular arrangement forms a triangle with sides 3 nm, 4 nm, and 5 nm. Another molecule is observed with identical side lengths. What can be concluded about the molecular shapes?

Options

A
    The two molecular structures are congruent by SSS.
B
    The molecular structures are similar but not congruent.
C
    The molecular structures may be different in shape despite having the same side lengths.
D
    The molecular structures are congruent only if they are aligned in the same orientation.

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