Why is diamond classified as an allotrope of carbon?
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Diamond is probably the most well known carbon allotrope .The carbon atoms are arranged in a lattice,which is a variation of the face-centered cubic crystal structure ...this stable network of covalent bonds and hexagonal rings is the reason that diamond is so incredibly strong as a substance....
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Diamond is a well-known allotrope of carbon that exhibits hardness and high dispersion of light. It is the hardest known natural mineral and finds applications in cutting, drilling, and jewelry, and as a potential semiconductor material.
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