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Diamond and solid rhombic sulphur both are covalent solids but the latter has very low melting point than the former. Explain why ?

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To explain why diamond has a much higher melting point than solid rhombic sulfur, we can break down the properties and structures of both substances step by step. ### Step 1: Understanding the Structure of Diamond - Diamond is a covalent solid where each carbon atom is sp³ hybridized. - Each carbon atom forms four strong covalent bonds with four neighboring carbon atoms, creating a tetrahedral structure. - This arrangement continues throughout the entire crystal lattice, forming a three-dimensional network. ### Step 2: Understanding the Structure of Rhombic Sulfur (S8) ...
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