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Published on: August 14, 2026
Which of the following is not true about structure of diamond and graphite?
A
In diamond, each carbon is 
s hybridized while in graphite each carbon is 
htybridised.
s hybridized while in graphite each carbon is htybridised.
B
In diamond, carbon atoms are closely packed in crystal lattice while graphite has layer structure.
C
Diamond is a hard substance while graphite is a soft substance.
D
Graphite is thermodynamically very less stable as compared to diamond and is amorphous from of carbon.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Graphite is thermodynamically more stable than diamond. It conducts heat and electricity due to movement of 
electrons between the layers. It is crystalline frome of carbon.
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