Explain the difference in properties of diamond and graphite on the basis of their structures.

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It has a three-dimensional crystalline lattice.It has a two-dimensional layered structure.
Each carbon atom is $sp^{3}$ hybridized and bonded to four other carbon atoms.Each carbon atom is $sp^{2}$ hybridized and bonded to three other carbon atoms.
It consists of a rigid tetrahedral network.It consists of planar hexagonal rings.
The $C-C$ bond length is $154 \, pm$.The $C-C$ bond length is $141.5 \, pm$.
It is extremely hard due to its rigid covalent network.It is soft and slippery because layers can slide over each other.
It is an electrical insulator.It is a good conductor of electricity due to free electrons.

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