Distinguish between: Diamond and Graphite - Vidyadip

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Distinguish between:
Diamond and Graphite

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Diamond	Graphite
1. In diamond, each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms forming a hard and three-dimensional tetrahedral structure.	1. In graphite, each carbon atom is covalently bonded to three other carbon atoms forming two-dimensional hexagonal structure.
2. It is the hardest natural substance known.	2. It is soft and greasy.
3. It is non-conductor of electricity.	3. It is good conductor of electricity.
4. Chemically, diamond is unreactive.	4. Chemically, graphite is reactive.

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