It has a similar structure to diamond.

CBSE Sample Question Paper, Class 10 Science Term 2 Question 1 - (It has a similar structure to diamond.)

8 Choose an element from period 3 of modern periodic table that matches the description given below in each instance. Give reason for your choice.
a. It has a similar structure to diamond.

Ans : a. Silicon
Reason:
Tetrahedral structure

OR

Tetravalency or Four valeny and catenation

OR

Covalent bonding like carbon