Allotropes of Carbon
Formed due to catenation and pπ-pπ bond formation of carbon. 1. Diamond: Has crystalline lattice Carbon atom undergoes sp3 hybridisation Shape: tetrahedral C-C bond length = 154 pm Hardest substance Uses: Diamond paste is used in polishing Used as abrasive in sharpening hard tools which are used for cutting, grinding etc. Used as a gemstone 2. Read more about Allotropes of Carbon[…]