Explain the following : Why does the element silicon, not form a graphite like structure whereas carbon does.

Explain the following : Why does the element silicon, not form a graph

1.	Explain the following : Why does the element silicon, not form a graphite like structure whereas carbon does.
Answer» Solution :In GRAPHITE , CARBON is `sp^2` HYBRIDIZED. Carbon has a tendency to form multiple `ppi-ppi` bonds due to its small size and highest electronegativityin group 14. Silicon due to its large size and LESS electronegativity cannot form multiple bonds. THUS, silicon cannot form graphite like structure.