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Boron nitride has the structure of the type:

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Graphite type
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Diamond type
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Both diamond and graphite type
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NaCl type
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Solution

The correct option is A Graphite type
Hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) is the equivalent in the structure of graphite.

Like graphite, its plate-like microstructure and layered lattice structure give it good lubricating properties.

Hence, option A is correct.

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