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The C-C bond length in diamond is "…………....

The `C-C` bond length in diamond is `"………….."`while in graphite it is `"………….."`.

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To determine the bond lengths of the carbon-carbon (C-C) bonds in diamond and graphite, we can analyze the hybridization and bonding characteristics of each structure. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Structure of Diamond**: - Diamond has a tetrahedral structure where each carbon atom is sp³ hybridized. - In this structure, each carbon forms four single bonds with other carbon atoms. 2. **Determine the C-C Bond Length in Diamond**: - The C-C bond length in diamond is primarily due to single bonds with no double bond character. - The bond length in diamond is approximately **154 picometers**. 3. **Identify the Structure of Graphite**: - Graphite has a planar structure where each carbon atom is sp² hybridized. - In graphite, each carbon atom forms three sigma bonds with neighboring carbon atoms and has one unhybridized p orbital that can participate in π bonding, leading to double bond character. 4. **Determine the C-C Bond Length in Graphite**: - The presence of double bond character in graphite increases the bond order, which decreases the bond length. - The C-C bond length in graphite is approximately **141.5 picometers**. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the C-C bond length in diamond is **154 picometers**, while in graphite it is **141.5 picometers**. ### Final Answer: - The C-C bond length in diamond is **154 picometers** while in graphite it is **141.5 picometers**.
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