Fun take on question

I think most students are readily able to accept that carbon is found in a variety of compounds, and that many compounds contain relatively pure carbon. But the concept of crystal lattices c... See More

I think most students are readily able to accept that carbon is found in a variety of compounds, and that many compounds contain relatively pure carbon. But the concept of crystal lattices completely leave most of us in the dust. The response to this question is a funny, understandable explanation that will allow virtually any teacher, at any level, to understand how these compounds are the same, yet different. It could easily be understood by middle and high school students.

Very interesting article

Easy to comprehend. Good for middle school students, too.