Question

Write two points of difference in the structures of diamond and graphite.

Answer 1

Sl.No	Structure of Diamond	Structure of Graphite
1.	Each carbon atom is joined to four other carbon atoms by strong covalent bonds to form a regular tetrahedron.	Each carbon atom is joined to three other carbon atoms by strong covalent bonds to form flat hexagonal rings.
2.	Compact and rigid structure (hard)	Layered structure (soft)