Question

Distinguish between :- Diamond and graphite .​

Answer 1

Answer:

The differences between Diamond and Graphite are given below :-

★Diamond :-

• Diamond has a tetrahedral structure and is the hardest material known to man.
• There are strong covalent bonds between carbon atoms and each carbon atom is bonded to 4 other carbon atoms.

★Graphite :-

• Graphite has a hexagonal layered structure.
• Each carbon is bonded via strong covalent bonds to 3 other carbon atoms.

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