Question

Which of the following statements is true with

respect to diamond ?

(A) The carbon atoms are connected to each

other by metallic bonds.

(B) In the diamond crystal, the carbon atoms

are very loosely packed.

(C) Each carbon atom in the crystal is

surrounded by four other carbon atoms

forming a rigid 3-D structure.

(D) Diamond can be synthesised by subjecting

pure carbon to very low pressure and

temperature.

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Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

Carbon atom forms Covalent bond (it shares its valence electrons instead of transferring them)

Answer 2

Answer:

(C)

Explanation:

Carbon atoms in the diamond crystals are higly packed.

The carbon atoms are not connected to each other by metallic bonds.