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CHM 102 Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Allotropes of Carbon Objective Question
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What is the C-C bond length in graphite?
Options
A 1.20 Å
B 1.54 Å
C 1.34 Å
D 1.42 Å
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The C-C bond length in graphite is 1.42 Å, which is shorter than the C-C single bond in diamond (1.54 Å) and has partial double bond character due to delocalization.

Hint

Shorter than diamond's bond.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Allotropes of Carbon
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 739 of 1999
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