Diamonds and graphite are composed of the exact same element (carbon) , but both differ significantly in hardness. Which statement is NOT true with regards to their hardness?
A) graphite atoms are arranged in sheets and are held together by weak bonds
B) diamonds are arranged in a tetrahedral crystalline structure
C) diamonds are held together by very strong bonds
D) color determines the hardness for each mineral
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