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Diamond does not conduct electricity, because
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- It’s structure is very compact
- It is of crystalline nature
- There are only carbon atoms present in it
- No free electrons are present in it
- It’s structure is very compact
Correct Option: D
Diamond has a giant molecular structure. Each carbon atom is covalently bonded to four other carbon atoms. There are no free electrons or ions in diamond; so it does not conduct electricity. Except for most blue diamonds, which are semiconductors, diamonds are good electrical insulators.
