Chapter 5: Q 5.24 (page 171)
Go through the arithmetic to verify that diamond becomes more stable than graphite at approximately 15 kbar.
Short Answer
The diamond is more stable than graphite at 15 kbar.
Chapter 5: Q 5.24 (page 171)
Go through the arithmetic to verify that diamond becomes more stable than graphite at approximately 15 kbar.
The diamond is more stable than graphite at 15 kbar.
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