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    Graphite and diamond have different crystal structures that lead to differences in their properties. Graphite has a layered structure where carbon atoms are bonded together in flat hexagonal patterns, which makes it softer than diamond. In diamond, carbon atoms are bonded together in a rigid three-dimensional structure, giving it higher hardness. Graphite can conduct electricity because its layered structure allows electrons to move between layers, but diamond's rigid 3D structure does not allow for electron movement so it does not conduct. These structural differences also explain why graphite is well-suited for use in electric motor contacts due to its softness and ability to conduct electricity.

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    Graphite and diamond have different crystal structures that lead to differences in their properties. Graphite has a layered structure where carbon atoms are bonded together in flat hexagonal patterns, which makes it softer than diamond. In diamond, carbon atoms are bonded together in a rigid three-dimensional structure, giving it higher hardness. Graphite can conduct electricity because its layered structure allows electrons to move between layers, but diamond's rigid 3D structure does not allow for electron movement so it does not conduct. These structural differences also explain why graphite is well-suited for use in electric motor contacts due to its softness and ability to conduct electricity.

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    Structure and Bonding Covalent Bonding Q Year 9

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    Graphite and diamond have different crystal structures that lead to differences in their properties. Graphite has a layered structure where carbon atoms are bonded together in flat hexagonal patterns, which makes it softer than diamond. In diamond, carbon atoms are bonded together in a rigid three-dimensional structure, giving it higher hardness. Graphite can conduct electricity because its layered structure allows electrons to move between layers, but diamond's rigid 3D structure does not allow for electron movement so it does not conduct. These structural differences also explain why graphite is well-suited for use in electric motor contacts due to its softness and ability to conduct electricity.

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    Structure and bonding:

    Q1.
    Graphite and diamond are different forms of the element carbon.
    Graphite and diamond have different properties.

    The structures of graphite and diamond are shown below.

    Graphite Diamond

    (a)     Graphite is softer than diamond.

    Explain why.

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    (b)     Graphite conducts electricity, but diamond does not.

    Explain why.

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    Q2.
    This drill contains an electric motor.

                                          

              The diagram below shows the main parts of an electric motor.

                                      

              The carbon contacts are made of graphite. Springs push the contacts against the copper
    ring.
    The contacts conduct electricity to the copper ring. The copper ring rotates rapidly but
    does not stick or become worn because the graphite is soft and slippery.

              Graphite has properties which are ideal for making the contacts in an electric motor.

              Explain, in terms of structure and bonding, why graphite has these properties.

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    Q3.

    (b)     Drill heads also contain diamonds.

    Describe, as fully as you can, the structure and bonding in diamond.

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