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Graphite is used as a dry lubricant and steel hardener and for brake linings and the production of "lead" in pencils

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What are some examples of minerals and their uses in everyday life?

Some examples of minerals and their uses in everyday life include: Quartz - used in watches and electronics for its ability to conduct electricity. Talc - used in cosmetics and baby powder for its softness and absorbent properties. Copper - used in wiring and plumbing for its conductivity and durability. Salt - used in cooking and food preservation for flavor and preservation. Iron - used in construction and manufacturing for its strength and ability to be magnetized.


What is the luster of a graphite?

Graphite is black and posseses dull appearance


Can electricity pass through Graphite?

Yes. Graphite is not a great conductor of electricity, but it does allow electric current to flow. It is sometimes called a semi-metal because it has the property of conducting like other metals, but it is much less conductive. The resistance of graphite is about a thousand times greater than the resistance of other common metals such as aluminum and copper. However poor the conductivity of graphite is, it a long way from being an insulator. Graphite conducts electricity billions of time better than most common insulators like rubber and plastic. There are very few materials that fall in this middle area of being modest conductors, so graphite has a lot of uses when it comes to allowing a modest flow of electricity.


What mineral is used in pencils?

Graphite is the mineral used in pencils. It is a form of carbon that allows for smooth writing and drawing.


Is graphite renewable?

NOAnswer:Although much graphite is natural and mined, there are processes for the manufacture of graphite from carbon containing compounds. This involves the treatment of prepared carbon samples at extremely high temperature 4530-5430°F (2500-3000°C).As it can be created from non-graphite carbon, it is renewable.