Question
Distinguish between:
Diamond and Graphite
Diamond and Graphite
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Answer
| Diamond | Graphite |
| 1. In diamond, each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms forming a hard and three-dimensional tetrahedral structure. | 1. In graphite, each carbon atom is covalently bonded to three other carbon atoms forming two-dimensional hexagonal structure. |
| 2. It is the hardest natural substance known. | 2. It is soft and greasy. |
| 3. It is non-conductor of electricity. | 3. It is good conductor of electricity. |
| 4. Chemically, diamond is unreactive. | 4. Chemically, graphite is reactive. |
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