Graphite (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry): Quizzes
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How many other carbon atoms is each carbon bonded to in graphite?
How many other carbon atoms is each carbon bonded to in graphite?
Three
What pattern do carbon atoms form in graphite?
What pattern do carbon atoms form in graphite?
Hexagonal
Can graphite conduct electricity?
Can graphite conduct electricity?
Yes
Why can graphite conduct electricity?
Why can graphite conduct electricity?
It has free electrons
Does graphite have high or low melting points?
Does graphite have high or low melting points?
High
Does graphite have high or low boiling points?
Does graphite have high or low boiling points?
High
What structure does graphite have?
What structure does graphite have?
Layers
What are the forces between graphite layers like?
What are the forces between graphite 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