Diamond and Graphite Flashcards
1
Q
Describe Diamond in its most simplest form.
A
Diamond is an allotrope (form) of carbon
2
Q
How many other carbon atoms is each carbon atom in diamond bonded to?
A
4
3
Q
What are the properties of diamond ?
A
1) Does not conduct electricity
2)Highmelting point
3)Hard
4)Covelant bonds
4
Q
Describe Graphite
A
Graphite is an allotrope (form) of carbon
5
Q
What is the structure of graphite
A
The weak intermolecular forces in graphite allow the layers to slide over each other.
For each carbon atom, there is 1 delocalised electron which allows charge to flow and gives rise to its role as an electrical conductor.
6
Q
What are the properties of graphite
A
1) Soft
2)covelant bonds
3)Conducts electricity
