Diamond Flashcards
1
Q
how many covalent bonds do the carbon atoms form in diamond?
A
4
2
Q
does diamond have a high melting point and why?
A
yes because the strong covalent bonds take lots of energy to break
3
Q
why is diamond really hard?
A
the covalent bonds hold the atoms in a rigid lattice structure
4
Q
can it conduct electricity?
A
no- has no free electrons or ions
