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Explain the difference in properties of diamond and graphite on the basis of their structures.


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The difference in the properties of diamond and graphite are:

DIAMONDGRAPHITE
  • Diamonds have a strong three-dimensional network structure
  • Graphites have a two-dimensional sheet-like structure
  • The networks are formed because of the presence of covalent bonds.
  • They are formed due to weak Van der Waal's forces of attraction.
  • They are hard in nature.
  • They are soft in nature.
  • Molecules are closely packed, as a result, they have high density.
  • There is a large gap between molecules. Therefore, they have low density.
  • There is no presence of free carbon atoms in diamonds.
  • There is presence of free Carbon atoms in graphite.
  • Diamonds do not conduct electricity.
  • Graphite conducts electricity.

Therefore, Diamond and Graphite are the allotropes of carbon, even though these minerals chemically consist of carbon atoms they have different physical properties.


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