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Find out the difference between  Diamond and Graphite

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Diamond Graphite

It has a three-dimensional network structure.

It has a two-dimensional hexagonal layered structure.

In diamond, each carbon atom is sp3 hybridized

In graphite, each carbon atom is sp2 hybridized.

Each carbon atom in diamond is linked to four other carbon atoms.

Each carbon atom in graphite is linked to three other carbon atoms.

Diamond is poor conductor of electricity due to absence of free electrons.

Graphite is good conductor of electricity due to presence of free electrons in its structure.

Diamond is the hardest known natural substance.

Graphite is soft and slippery.

 

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