The correct option is
A carbon
The explanation of the correct option
Option A, Carbon
- Carbon is a nonmetal that exists in different allotropic forms such as Diamond, Graphite, and Buckminsterfullerene
- Diamond is the hardest substance and Graphite is a nonmetal and good conductor of heat.
Options for Incorrect options:
Option B, Pure element
- An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into new parts by any physical means.
- There are in total 118 elements present at a time.
Option, Metal
- Graphite is an allotrope of carbon that is non-metallic in nature.
- Metals like copper are good conductors of heat.
Option D, Metalloid
- Metalloids are substances that have properties between metals and nonmetals.
- For example, Silicon is a nonmetal that is a semiconductor.
Thus Option A Carbon is the correct option.