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The density of diamond is ............ than that of graphite.

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greater

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lesser

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same

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none

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Solution

The correct option is B greater
Due to more compact structure, diamond have higher density than graphite.
Diamond is present as a covalent network of carbon atoms whereas graphite is present as a layered structure of hexagonal carbon sheets where carbon atoms are present at the corners of hexagons.

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