What is the difference between a solid solution and an intermediate compound in material science?
a) A solid solution is a homogenous mixture of two or more substances, while an intermediate compound is a stable compound formed during a reaction.
b) A solid solution is a compound with intermediate properties between a pure substance and a solution, while an intermediate compound is a mixture of two or more solids.
c) A solid solution involves the formation of a single phase with uniform composition, while an intermediate compound is a temporary state during a reaction.
d) A solid solution is formed at intermediate temperatures, while an intermediate compound forms during the initial stages of a reaction.