Diamond is a poor conductor of electricity because: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Diamond is a poor conductor of electricity because:
A. It has free electrons
B. It is made of carbon
C. All four valence electrons are involved in covalent bonding, no free electrons
D. It has a layered structure
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In diamond, each carbon is sp³ hybridized and forms four covalent bonds, using all valence electrons. There are no delocalized electrons; thus it cannot conduct electricity. Graphite, with sp² hybridization, has one delocalized electron per carbon, making it a conductor. Diamond is an electrical insulator but excellent thermal conductor.

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