Question

Q.1.State the differences between the following :-
1. Diamond and graphite​

Answer 1

Answer:

diamond is sp3 hybridised

graphite is sp2 hybridised

diamond is covalent

graphite has layered structure

Answer 2

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$\bf\large\underline\green{Diamond :-}$

➤ Diamond: Giant covalent structure, with each carbon covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms in a tetrahedral arrangement to form a rigid structure.

$\bf\large\underline\blue{Graphite:-}$

➤ Graphite: It is also Giant covalent structure, with each carbon covalently bonded to three other carbon atoms in a hexagonal arrangement.