APFIVE Specific Heat of Carbon Allotropes
The specific heat of diamond (carbon in crystalline form) is 0.509 J/(g·°C), while the specific heat of graphite (carbon in layered form) is 0.709 J/(g·°C). Which statement best explains this difference?
A
Graphite has a higher melting point than diamond
B
Diamond has more carbon atoms per unit volume
C
Graphite’s layered structure allows more vibrational modes
D
Diamond absorbs more radiation than graphite
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