Why is diamond very hard?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Each carbon atom forms four strong covalent bonds in a giant structure
- Step 1: Diamond is a giant covalent structure. Step 2. Four bonds per atom make a rigid lattice. Answer: Each carbon atom forms four strong covalent bonds in a giant structure. Why not the others: Three bonds in layers describes graphite.
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