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Graphite is soft because the covalent bonds of the atoms are not tightly packed together.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 9y agoGraphite is soft because it has a weak intermolecular structure. This molecular structure is made in the shape of hexagons.
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∙ 11y agoUgly carbon atoms...arranged in layered sheets.
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∙ 10y agoYes, graphite is very soft: the hardness is 1-2 on the Mohs scale.
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What is a form of carbon that makes a good lubricant?
Graphite (I think)
What is the difference between charcoal graphite and diamond?
Diamonds are very hard, and graphite is very soft.
Why can graphite used in a pencil?
Graphite is strong and not poisonous.it is soft & slipperyconsists of layers which slide over each other
What is one sentence for the word graphite?
the people who makes penceil they put graphite in it
What is grafite?
Graphite is a form of Carbon. It is relatively soft and is a common component of pencils.
Is Graphite soft?
No, graphite is not soft. In fact, if you find a graphite rock, it is extremely hard. It is often very colorful, though.
What is the characteristic of a graphite?
Graphite is black soft and lustery.
What is a form of carbon that makes a good lubricant?
Graphite (I think)
How do you machine graphite?
Graphite is a very soft material, and is non-toxic. It is easily machined.
How does a pencil write on paper because there both wood?
the graphite in the pencil is soft, when you write/draw it rubs off on to the paper. (Graphite is a soft metal)
What is the difference between charcoal graphite and diamond?
Diamonds are very hard, and graphite is very soft.
What soft mineral is a polymorph of diamond?
The mineral is graphite.
A soft mineral that you uses each time to write a pencil is?
Graphite is a soft form of carbon used in pencils. The graphite is mixed with clay, which also contain minerals,
How hard is carbon?
That would completely depend upon the form of Carbon. Carbon can be found as coal, graphite, or diamond to name a few.
Why can graphite used in a pencil?
Graphite is strong and not poisonous.it is soft & slipperyconsists of layers which slide over each other
What mineral are that form flat soft flakes?
Talk Graphite
What soft mineral often used in pencils?
color
