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Which of the following factor is responsible for Diamond's high melting point?

A

Intermolecular forces

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B

Packing of particles

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C

Size of particles

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Both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is B
Packing of particles

Diamond has a high melting point because in diamond all carbon atoms are packed symmetrically and very tightly.

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