Diamond (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Revision Notes
📚 Revision Notes
Diamond Structure
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Diamond is a form of carbon where each carbon atom is bonded to four other carbon atoms. This creates a giant covalent structure.
Properties of Diamond:
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Hardness: Diamond is extremely hard because the carbon atoms are tightly bonded together.
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High Melting and Boiling Points: These strong bonds also mean that diamond has very high melting and boiling points, so it doesn't melt or boil easily.
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Non-Conductive: Diamond does not conduct electricity because it has no free electrons or charged particles to carry a current.
