DIAMOND Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what is each carbon atom connected to
A
four other carbon atoms by strong covalent bonds
2
Q
arrangment
A
they have a regular arrangement forming a tetrahedral shape
3
Q
no what
A
no free electrons so it cannot conduct electricity
4
Q
low or high melting point and boiling point
A
very high
5
Q
properties of diamonds
A
hard
sparkles when cut
6
Q
uses of the properties of diamonds
A
hard- as tools for drilling oil rings and cutting glasses
sparkles when cut- for jewellery
