What is a giant covalent structure?
The entire sample behaves as one single giant molecule.
Strong covalent bonds hold every atom in a fixed position.
A huge, repeating lattice of atoms joined by strong covalent bonds.
Graphite's layers can slide because they are held together weakly.
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