Graphite (AQA GCSE Chemistry): Quizzes
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How many other carbon atoms is each carbon atom bonded to in graphite?
How many other carbon atoms is each carbon atom bonded to in graphite?
Three
What pattern do carbon atoms form in graphite?
What pattern do carbon atoms form in graphite?
Hexagonal (six-sided)
Can graphite conduct electricity?
Can graphite conduct electricity?
Yes, it can
Why can graphite conduct electricity?
Why can graphite conduct electricity?
Each carbon has one free electron
Does graphite have high or low melting and boiling points?
Does graphite have high or low melting and boiling points?
High
Can the layers in graphite slide over each other?
Can the layers in graphite slide over each other?
Yes, easily
What are the forces between graphite's layers like?
What are the forces between graphite's layers like?
Weak
What is graphite used in?
What is graphite used in?
Pencils
What happens when you write with a graphite pencil?
What happens when you write with a graphite pencil?
Layers slide off onto paper