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Boron nitride can be represented by the given structure.
The structure of BN is similar to:
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graphite
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diamond
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benzene
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pyridine
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The correct option is C graphite
Answer:- (A) Graphite
The given structure is the most stable form of Boron nitride also known as hBN.
the structure of hBN has a layered structure similar to graphite. hBN and graphite are very close neighbors and even the BC6N hybrids have been synthesized where carbon substitutes for some B and N atoms.
The hBN is also known as inorganic graphite.

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