Question

Diamond is a form of carbon, but why is it not black?

Answer 1

Answer:

The reason that coal (graphite) is black and diamonds are clear has to do with how the carbon atoms are connected together in the two different forms of carbon. In diamond each carbon atom is bonded to its neighbors like the points of a pyramid. ... In the case of diamond, it is clear because light passes through it.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The reason that coal (graphite) is black and diamonds are clear has to do with how the carbon atoms are connected together in the two different forms of carbon. In diamond each carbon atom is bonded to its neighbors like the points of a pyramid.

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