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What has the author J B Clemmer written?
J. B. Clemmer has written: 'Flotation of weathered Alabama graphitic schists for crucible flake' -- subject(s): Mines and mineral resources, Schists, Graphite, Flotation
Why is graphite not a gem?
Graphite is not considered a gemstone because it is composed of a single element, carbon, arranged in layers, which gives it a dark grey color and a dull luster. Gemstones are typically valued for their rarity, beauty, and durability, qualities that graphite does not possess.
What form of pure carbon pure carbon when layers slide past one another?
Graphite. In graphite, carbon atoms are arranged in layers that can slide past one another easily due to weak van der Waals forces between the layers. This property gives graphite its lubricating and writing qualities.
What is schists?
Schist is a metamorphic rock characterized by strong foliation, or preferred orientation of minerals, giving it a banded appearance. It forms from the metamorphism of various rock types under high temperature and pressure conditions deep within the Earth's crust. Schist is commonly used in construction and as a decorative stone due to its distinctive appearance.
What kind of rock is the grand cayon?
limestones, cherts, shales, schists, sandstones, and granites
What type rock is an emerald rock?
Quartz-beryl pegmatites and also schists.
What is the correct label for pencil lead?
You think probable to graphite.
What is schist rock used for?
When we talk about schist, we are talking about a very large group of geologic material. It's like asking what the uses of vehicles are. Cars, trucks, planes, boats and even snowmobiles are vehicles, just to name a few. Shist, like vehicles, comes in a variety of "flavors" and has a lot of uses. Let's look at some schists and how we utilize them.
Where does graphite come from?
Graphite mines
What is graphite's transparency?
Graphite does not have a transparency.
Is graphite a resource?
No, graphite is not renewable.
Is graphite magnetic?
No, graphite is not magnetic.
