Explain why diamond has a high melting point

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Remon Huijts · Answer 1 · 2021-05-12T17:05:49+0000

In diamond 4 carbon atoms are strongly bonded with covalent bond and they form giant covalent structure which requires large amount of energy to break down, that’s why diamond has a high melting point. It does not conduct electricity.

John Stoneham · Answer 2 · 2021-05-18T16:00:36+0000

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Each carbon atom is covalently bonded to 4 other carbon atoms in diamond. A large amount of energy is required to split these atoms apart. This is because of the fact that covalent bonds are strong.

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