Question

Give 3 difference between graphite and diamond?

Answer 1

1.Graphite is more metallic and opaque while diamonds are noticeably transparent and brilliant.

2.The diamond is the hardest mineral; it has a 10 rating in the Mohs scale while graphite scored a 1 to 2 according to the Mohs Hardness Scale.

3.Graphite can be used as pencil charcoal while the diamond can be used as very valuable property.

4.Electrons in the diamond can’t roam freely making it very hard. The electrons in the graphite, on the other hand, can just wander around the mineral.

Answer 2

Diamond: it is hardest natural substance known.
it has high relative density (about 3.5) .
it is transparent.
Graphite: it is soft and greasy to touch.
it's relative density is 2.3 .
it is back in colour.