Question

Why does diamond not conduct electricity but is very strong?

Answer 1

Answer:

In case of diamond, each outer shell electron of every carbon atom forms a covalent bond in a tetrahedral arrangement, thus forming a rigid structure which means no free electron for charge transport. ... This delocalised electron can move move freely between the carbon layers of graphite and conduct electricity.

Answer 2

Answer:

no

Explanation:

In case of diamond, each outer shell electron of every carbon atom forms a covalent bond in a tetrahedral arrangement, thus forming a rigid structure which means no free electron for charge transport. ... This delocalised electron can move move freely between the carbon layers of graphite and conduct electricity.