Chapter 8, Problem 8.4PAE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The variables that need to be controlled to produce diamond from graphite should be identified.

Concept introduction:

• Carbon is the first member of group 14 on the periodic table and is represented by the symbol, ’C”.
• The different physical forms in which an element can exist are termed as allotropes.
• Carbon exists in 3 forms: graphite, diamond and fullerene (C₆₀). Diamond is the hardest among the three forms.