How are carbon atoms arranged and bonded in diamond?
Each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four others, forming a giant three-dimensional covalent lattice.
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How are carbon atoms arranged and bonded in diamond?
Each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four others, forming a giant three-dimensional covalent lattice.
Why is diamond extremely hard?
Its atoms are locked into a rigid network of strong covalent bonds.
Why does diamond have a very high melting point?
A large amount of energy is needed to break its many strong covalent bonds.
Why does diamond not conduct electricity?
All outer electrons are used in covalent bonds, leaving no delocalised electrons or other charged particles free to move.