Why is the process of converting graphite to diamond so difficult?

Subject: Why is the process of converting graphite to diamond so difficult?

Date: Tue May 26 20:31:19 1998
Posted by Kristin Polak
Grade level: 10-12
School: Harpeth Hall
City: Nashville State/Province: Tennessee
Country: USA
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 896232679.Ch

Message:


Considering that very little energy is required to convert graphite to 
diamonds, why is the process so difficult?

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