Question

Diamonds are said to be crystalline in nature. Why?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Correct Answer is mentioned below

Explanation:

Diamond is made up of $sp^{3}$ hybridised carbon atoms that are tetrahedrally coordinated with their four closest neighbours. Bonds are broken when the crystal is split or cleaved, resulting in hanging bonds at the surface. Chemical activity on diamond surfaces is fueled by these dangling bonds.

Diamond is crystalline and anisotropic, which means it has directional qualities. There are several facets in the single crystalline diamond depicted on the left. Amorphous diamond, on the other hand, is isotropic like glass and may be carved into any shape, including a perfect sphere.