Question

In diamond, each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbons in a
a. Polyhedron
b. Hexagon
c. Pentagon
d. Tetrahedron

Answer 1

Answer:

Tetrahedron

Explanation:

Each carbon atom in a diamond is covalently bonded to four other carbons in a tetrahedron. These tetrahedrons together form a three-dimensional network of six-membered carbon rings in the chair conformation, allowing for zero bond-angle strain.