Write three differences between graphite and diamond.

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Diamond and graphite both are the allotrope of carbon.
Diamond Graphite
Diamond has a crystalline structure. Graphite has a layered structure.
Diamond is formed by tetrahedral units in which each carbon atom is $s p^{3}$ hybridized. Graphite has a planner geometry in which each carbon atom is $s p^{2}$ hybridized by forming three sigma and one $π -$ bond.
Diamond is an insulator of electricity. Graphite is a good conductor of electricity.
Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance. The graphite is soft and has a greasy touch.
Diamond is used in jewelry making, construction and surgery. Graphite is used in stationary and lubricants.

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Diamond	Graphite
Diamond has a crystalline structure.	Graphite has a layered structure.
Diamond is formed by tetrahedral units in which each carbon atom is $s p^{3}$ hybridized.	Graphite has a planner geometry in which each carbon atom is $s p^{2}$ hybridized by forming three sigma and one $π -$ bond.
Diamond is an insulator of electricity.	Graphite is a good conductor of electricity.
Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance.	The graphite is soft and has a greasy touch.
Diamond is used in jewelry making, construction and surgery.	Graphite is used in stationary and lubricants.