How does the structure of diamond contribute to its hardness?
Diamond has a giant covalent structure where each carbon atom is tetrahedrally bonded to four other carbon atoms. This three-dimensional network of strong covalent bonds makes diamond extremely hard and gives it its unique mechanical properties.
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