Differentiate between graphite and diamond.

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Structure of diamond Structure of graphite
In the structure of diamond, one carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms.
In the structure of diamond, one carbon atom is covalently bonded to three other carbon atoms.
2. It has tetrahedral structure. 2. It has hexagonal structure.
3. It is the hardest naturally occuring substance. 3. It is layered and slippery, soft in nature.
4. It is shiny and has brilliance. 4. It is greyish in colour.
5. It is chemically inert because $C - C$ bond is very difficult to break So, it is bad conductor of electricity. 5. It has one electron per atom free , so it is a good conductor of electricity.

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Structure of diamond	Structure of graphite
In the structure of diamond, one carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms.	In the structure of diamond, one carbon atom is covalently bonded to three other carbon atoms.
2. It has tetrahedral structure.	2. It has hexagonal structure.
3. It is the hardest naturally occuring substance.	3. It is layered and slippery, soft in nature.
4. It is shiny and has brilliance.	4. It is greyish in colour.
5. It is chemically inert because $C - C$ bond is very difficult to break So, it is bad conductor of electricity.	5. It has one electron per atom free , so it is a good conductor of electricity.