Diamond is a bad conductor because it:
Correct answer: C. Has no free electrons available for conduction
- A. Has a tightly bonded structure
- B. Has high density
- C. Has no free electrons available for conduction
- D. Is transparent to light
Explanation
Diamond is a poor electrical conductor because it lacks free electrons. In materials, electrical conduction occurs when electrons can move freely. In diamond, each carbon atom forms four strong covalent bonds with neighboring carbon atoms, creating a stable lattice with no free electrons. Therefore, diamond cannot conduct electricity. In contrast, a good conductor would have free electrons that can move easily through the material.The other options are incorrect because:A tightly bonded structure (Option A) contributes to diamond's hardness, not its electrical properties.High density (Option B) relates to the physical mass per unit volume and has no direct impact on electron mobility.Transparency to light (Option D) is about optical properties, not electrical conductivity.
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