Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Physical and Chemical Properties of Group 14th Elements Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

In graphite, electrons are :

A
localised on every third C-atom.
B
present in anti-bonding orbital.
C
localised on each C-atom.
D
spread out between the structure.

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D

Graphite has layered structure. Layers are held by van der Waals forces. Each layer is composed of planar hexagonal rings of carbon atoms. Each carbon atom in hexagonal ring undergoes sp 2 hybridisation and makes three sigma bonds with three neighbouring carbon atoms. Fourth electron forms a π bond. The electrons are delocalised over the whole sheet.

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