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Bonding, Structure & Properties of Matter
Higher
2 marks
Diamond is a form of carbon with a very high melting point. What best explains this property?
A
Each carbon atom forms four strong covalent bonds in a giant lattice requiring huge energy to break
B
Diamond contains ionic bonds between carbon atoms
C
Diamond has a simple molecular structure with weak intermolecular forces
D
The metallic bonds in diamond are very strong
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