Graphite (AQA GCSE Chemistry): Flashcards
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Element that graphite is a form of
Element that graphite is a form of
Carbon
No. of carbon atoms each C bonds to in graphite
No. of carbon atoms each C bonds to in graphite
Three
Bonding pattern in graphite
Bonding pattern in graphite
Hexagonal (six-sided)
Can graphite conduct electricity?
Can graphite conduct electricity?
Yes
Why graphite conducts electricity
Why graphite conducts electricity
Each C atom has one free electron that can move
Melting and boiling points of graphite
Melting and boiling points of graphite
High
Why graphite has high melting/boiling points
Why graphite has high melting/boiling points
Strong covalent bonds
Structure of graphite
Structure of graphite
Layers
Property of layers in graphite
Property of layers in graphite
Can slide over each other easily
Why graphite layers slide easily
Why graphite layers slide easily
Weak forces between the layers
Common use of graphite
Common use of graphite
Pencils
How graphite works in pencils
How graphite works in pencils
Layers slide off onto the paper when you write