Identify the incorrect statement regarding allotropes/ allotropy.

1. Allotropy is the existence of an element in more than one form.
2. Allotropes have the same chemical properties but different physical properties.
3. Diamond and graphite are allotropes of carbon.
4. None of the above.

Subtopic:   Structure & Properties of Allotropes of C |
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Which of the following statements regarding diamond and graphite is incorrect?

1. In diamond each carbon is sp2 hybridised and in graphite, each carbon is sp3 hybridised.
2. Diamond is an insulator
3. Graphite has a planar geometry.
4. Both (2) and (3)

Subtopic:   Structure & Properties of Allotropes of C |
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