Q.

In graphite, each carbon atom is bonded to three other carbon atoms in the same plane giving a _______  array. 

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a

pentagonal

b

heptagonal

c

hexagonal

d

octagonal

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

Graphite is composed of layers of carbon atoms that are arranged in 6-membered, hexagonal rings. These rings are attached to one another on their edges. Each layer of graphite has a hexagonal arrangement of atoms, with each carbon atom forming a strong covalent bond with three other carbon atoms. 

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