Diamond and graphite

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What is an allotrope

Two substances made from the same element that have different structures while being in the same physical state

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Two examples of allotropes of carbon

Carbon

Diamond

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Structural qualities of diamond

Each carbon atom is bonded to 4 other carbon atoms

Each carbon is covalently bonded to each other

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Properties of diamond

High melting and boiling point

Cannot conduct electricity

Strong covalent bonds

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Structural properties of graphite

Each carbon atom is bonded to 3 other carbon atoms

Repeating hexagons

Covalent bonds

Form layers on top of eachother with no covalent bonds between them

Delocalised electrons are present

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Properties of Graphite

Soft

Can conduct electricity

High melting and boiling points