Diamond Photos  
Cochise College               
Photos of Minerals
Virtual Geology Museum      Hall of Minerals

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Roger Weller, geology instructor

wellerr@cochise.edu      copyright 2008-R.Weller 

contrast between diamond and
graphite structures-1
(2 illustrations)
The carbon atoms in diamond are tightly packed,
creating superior hardness and a greater density than graphite.


In contrast, the layers of carbon atoms in graphite are greatly separated,
creating softness and lower density.

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Just credit photos to R.Weller/Cochise College.