Hexagonal ring

Definition

A six-membered arrangement of bonded atoms forming a ring.

Used by Edexcel

Specification 1.36 · Paper 1, Paper 2

The bonded atoms form flat sheets made from hexagonal rings. These sheets are usually called layers.
Revise: Structures of Graphite and Diamond

1
If asked to compare the structures, give paired details: four bonds and a three-dimensional network in diamond; three bonds and layers of hexagonal rings in graphite.

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GCSE Chemistry · key term

A six-membered arrangement of bonded atoms forming a ring.

Used by Edexcel

Specification 1.36 · Paper 1, Paper 2

The bonded atoms form flat sheets made from hexagonal rings. These sheets are usually called layers.
Revise: Structures of Graphite and Diamond

1
If asked to compare the structures, give paired details: four bonds and a three-dimensional network in diamond; three bonds and layers of hexagonal rings in graphite.

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