In the Atomic Structure of Diamond, Each Carbon Atom Is

question 17

Multiple Choice

In the atomic structure of diamond, each carbon atom is covalently bonded with _________ other carbon atom(s) in the diamond structure shown.

• A) four
• B) three
• C) two
• D) one

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