Giant Covalent Lattices

Complete the sentences:
Giant covalent lattices are huge networks of ______________-bonded atoms (they're sometimes called __________________ structures). Carbon and silica atoms can form this type of structure as they can form ______ strong covalent bonds. Different forms of the same element in the same state are called ______________.

What are the 3 carbon allotropes?

Describe the structure of graphite

Describe and explain the properties of graphite

What are the uses of graphite?

Describe the structure of diamond

Describe and explain the properties of diamond

What are the uses of diamond in industry?

TRUE OR FALSE:
Silicon makes a crystal lattice structure like diamond and has similar properties

Describe the structure of graphene

Describe and explain the properties of graphene

What are the uses of graphene?