It burns to produce carbon dioxide. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Question

Consider the following statements regarding diamond: 

1. It is an allotrope of silicon. 

2. It is a bad conductor of heat and electricity. 

3. It is the hardest substance. 

4. It burns to produce carbon dioxide. Which of the statements given above are correct? 

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 

(b) 2, 3, and 4 

(c) 1 and 2 

(d) 1, 3 and 4 

Answer 1

The correct option is: (b) 2, 3, and 4

Explanation:

Diamond is an allotrope of carbon not silicon