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← ScienceWhich consequence results when atomic orbital hybridization is disrupted during diamond film growth by chemical vapour deposition?
A)Reduced film hardness and wear resistance✓
B)Increased thermal conductivity and transparency
C)Enhanced electrical conductivity
D)Stabilized crystal lattice parameters
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Disrupted orbital hybridization causes weaker sp3 bonding within the diamond lattice because carbon atoms cannot form strong, directional bonds; therefore, the film exhibits reduced hardness/wear resistance, rather than enhanced properties associated with the ideal tetrahedral network structure.
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