Graphite (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): 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)
Which property does graphite have that diamond does not?
Which property does graphite have that diamond does not?
Can conduct electricity
Why can graphite conduct electricity?
Why can graphite conduct electricity?
Each carbon has one free electron
What are the melting and boiling points of graphite like?
What are the melting and boiling points of graphite like?
High
Why does graphite have high melting and boiling points?
Why does graphite have high melting and boiling points?
It has strong covalent bonds
What is a key feature of graphite's layer structure?
What is a key feature of graphite's layer structure?
Layers can slide over each other easily
What are the forces between graphite's layers like?
What are the forces between graphite's layers like?
Weak
What is graphite commonly used in?
What is graphite commonly used in?
Pencils
Why does graphite work well in pencils?
Why does graphite work well in pencils?
Layers slide off onto the paper