Diamond and Graphite Are Allotropes of ________

question 108

Short Answer

Diamond and graphite are allotropes of ________.

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Definitions:

Entry Barriers

Entry Barriers are obstacles that make it difficult for new entrants to enter an industry, protecting existing firms from competition.

Oligopoly

An oligopoly is a market structure dominated by a few large firms, leading to limited competition and possibly collaborative behavior to control prices and market share.

Increasing Returns To Scale

Long-run average total cost declines as output increases (also referred to as economies of scale).

Barriers To Entry

Obstacles that make it difficult for new competitors to enter a market, such as high start-up costs or strict regulations.