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Give two important uses of each of diamond and graphite.


Uses of diamond: It is used:

(i) for making dies for drawing thin wires from metals and
(ii) in cutting glass and drilling rocks.

Uses of graphite: It is used:

(i) in the manufacture of lead pencils and
(ii) in making graphite electrodes.

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The atoms in __________ are arranged in layers.

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The atoms in diamond are arranged in __________ pattern which account for its __________

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What are allotropes? Sketch the structure of two allotropes of carbon family namely diamond and graphite. What is the impact of structure on physical properties of two allotropes?

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Give reasons:
Diamond is used as an abrasive.

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The residue can absorb fuel gases and is, therefore used in ___________

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Difference between diamond and graphite.

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Give reasons:
Graphite is used as lubricant.

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When wood is heated in the absence of air, the residue is called ________

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The residue is also used for _________ of substances, e.g. sugar. 

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