Question

Choose the odd one out :

Diamond; soot; graphite; fullerene.

Answer 1

The odd one out is : Soot

Explanation of the odd one :

Soot is the amorphous form of carbon i.e. the atoms are arranged in an unarranged, random pattern giving no definite structure to the solid.

Explanation of the other options :

• Diamond, graphite, and fullerene three are crystalline forms of carbon. It means the atoms in their structure have a definite arrangement.
• Diamond is octahedral in structure, graphite has hexagonal structure while fullerenes have a cage-like structure.