Question

How do you think the bonds between carbon atoms might be different in diamond and graphite? Use household materials to build physical models to help you develop your ideas. Describe what you learned from your models. What other kinds of allotropes are there? What kinds of properties and atomic bonds do they have?

Answer 1

Answer:

The difference between carbon atoms in diamond and graphite is just its structure.

In diamond, carbon atoms are more organised and, therefore, a stronger structure are built.

In graphite, carbon atoms are less organised, as a result, its structure is not that strong.