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What is the key difference between the carbon atoms in diamond and graphite?
What is the key difference between the carbon atoms in diamond and graphite?
- Diamond atoms are bonded in a rigid three-dimensional structure, while graphite atoms are bonded in a hexagonal array in layers. (correct)
- Diamond atoms form a single layer structure, while graphite atoms form a multi-layered structure.
- Diamond atoms have a double-bond with three other carbon atoms, while graphite atoms have a single bond with four other carbon atoms.
- Diamond atoms are bonded in a hexagonal array in layers, while graphite atoms are bonded in a rigid three-dimensional structure.
What type of bond is present in the structure of graphite?
What type of bond is present in the structure of graphite?
- Graphite contains only single bonds between carbon atoms.
- Graphite contains only triple bonds between carbon atoms.
- Graphite contains a double-bond and single bonds between carbon atoms. (correct)
- Graphite contains alternating double and single bonds between carbon atoms.
How are the carbon atoms arranged in the structure of diamond?
How are the carbon atoms arranged in the structure of diamond?
- Each carbon atom is bonded to three other carbon atoms in a hexagonal array.
- Each carbon atom is bonded to five other carbon atoms in a layered structure.
- Each carbon atom is bonded to two other carbon atoms in a linear chain.
- Each carbon atom is bonded to four other carbon atoms, forming a rigid three-dimensional structure. (correct)
