Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Structure And Bonding (Section 3 - No. 42)
What is the main difference in structure between diamond and graphite?
Diamond has a layered structure, while graphite does not.
Graphite has delocalized electrons, while diamond does not.
Diamond is a good conductor of electricity, while graphite is not.
Graphite has a giant three-dimensional structure, while diamond has a layered structure.
Explanation
Graphite has delocalized electrons, and diamond doesn't. Graphite is a good conductor and Diamond isn't.
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