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Pens and Pencils
Even with the abundance of laptops, tablets, and smartphones in most offices and classrooms, the need to write is still ever present. Pens and pencils are still a main staple in the contents of most desks worldwide.
1,500 Questions
Why did people use lead pencil?
The right word is "Mechanical Pencil." Anyways, kids are mostly the ones who use "Lead Pencils." Grades 2nd and up use lead pencils because they think it's cool. But some people like it because you write better with it or you like the decorations for the lead pencil. The bottom line is that they just think it's cool.
-Mariah Lopez
P.S I'm not Mariah Carrey!
What is the lenghth smallest pencil?
The length of the smallest pencil can vary depending on the brand and type, but typically it could be around 3 inches long.
Lead is not used in pencils. Instead, pencils contain graphite, which is a crystalline form of carbon that leaves a gray mark on paper when used. The term "lead pencil" is a misnomer that dates back to when graphite was mistaken for a form of lead.
How does a flexible pencil work?
A flexible pencil is made of a rubber-like material that allows it to bend without breaking. The pencil lead inside is typically surrounded by a rubbery substance that provides the flexibility. When pressure is applied, the pencil can bend easily.
Does a pencil conduct electricity?
Yes, a pencil can conduct electricity to some extent due to the presence of graphite in its core. However, it is not a good conductor compared to metals like copper or aluminum. The graphite allows the flow of electrons, but the resistance is higher compared to metals.
No, pencils do not have the ability to fly on their own. They require external forces such as being thrown or dropped for movement.
What materials are used in a pencil sharpener?
A pencil sharpener typically consists of a metal or plastic body, a blade for sharpening the pencil, and a receptacle for collecting shavings. Some sharpeners may also have components made of rubber or other materials for grip and stability.
Does a pencil sharpener use current when not being used but plugged in?
Of course it does not use one bit of current. Pencil sharpeners have a switch that activates the current. When it is being used, it uses about .05 of an Amp. When not in use, there is zero current being used, even if plugged in. This is the same for an office stapler, etc.
Hope that helps!
Howard
What elements make up pencils?
Pencils consist of three main components: a core (usually made of graphite and clay), a casing (usually made of wood, plastic, or metal), and a eraser attached at the end.
Weight of pencil in milligrams?
The weight of a standard pencil is typically around 4 to 7 grams, which is equivalent to 4000 to 7000 milligrams.
What is the difference between a pen and a pencil?
A pen uses ink to write, while a pencil uses graphite pressed onto the surface to write. Pens usually provide a permanent mark, while pencils can be erased. Pens can come in various types like ballpoint, gel, or fountain pens, while pencils can be mechanical or traditional wood-cased.
What are the top ten ingredients you need to make colored pencils?
- Pigments or dyes
- Clay or wax
- Binder or adhesive
- Wood casing
- Wax for the core
- Additives for specific effects (e.g. gloss, softness)
- Solvents for blending
- Hardening agents
- Preservatives
- Packaging materials
Can you chop a pencil in half and make it the world's smallest pencil?
Yes, you can chop a pencil in half to make it smaller, but it would not necessarily be the world's smallest pencil. To make the world's smallest pencil, specialized manufacturing techniques and materials would be needed to create a functional writing instrument that is significantly smaller than a traditional pencil.
Which lasts longer pen or pencil?
A pencil lead typically lasts longer than a pen ink cartridge because pencils can be sharpened to expose more lead, while pens run out of ink and cannot be refilled. Additionally, pencil markings can be erased and rewritten, prolonging their use.
At what degree will you melt a pencil led?
The melting point of graphite, which is the material in pencil leads, is around 6600 degrees Fahrenheit (3650 degrees Celsius). This is significantly higher than any normal conditions you would encounter in everyday use, so you would not be able to melt a pencil lead with household appliances or by hand.
LED pencils are not a common term. However, traditional pencils are typically made of a wooden barrel, graphite (a form of carbon), clay, and a binder. The quality and composition of these materials can vary based on the specific brand and type of pencil.
What is longer 12cm pencil or a 1dm pen?
A 1dm pen is longer than a 12cm pencil. 1dm is equivalent to 10cm, so a 1dm pen would be 2cm longer than a 12cm pencil.
No, pencil "lead" is not made of the metal lead. It is actually made of a mixture of graphite and clay. The term "lead" is a misnomer that dates back to when graphite was mistakenly thought to be a type of lead.
What came first the pencil or pen?
I guess it all depends if you mean the most basic forms of each or a modern version. The first recorded writing implement was a burnt tipped stick from a camp fire. The charcoal allowed the user to write on rocks, wood, and themselves. Pigments made from plants, soil, and other naturally occurring items mixxed with water were used as dipping pens in which the pen was the finger tip and then later a stick.
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The Pen.
As early as 4,000 B.C., ancient peoples used crude pens consisting of hollow straws or reeds that supported a short column of liquid. During the 500's B.C., people began to make pens from the wing feathers of such birds as geese and swans. The shaft of the feathers was hardened, and the writing tip was shaped and slit to make writing easy. These feather pens were known as quill pens, and they were widely used until the development of steel-nib pens in the 1800's.
By the late 1800's, inventors had perfected an early version of the fountain pen. This pen represented a major improvement over previous pens, because it featured an ink reservoir and a capillary feed. Earlier pens held only a small amount of ink at a time and had to be repeatedly dipped in ink.
The First Fountain Pen In 1883
The earliest pencils date back to the ancient Greeks and Romans, who used flat cakes of lead to mark faint black lines on papyrus (an early form of paper) to guide writers. In the Middle Ages, people used thin rods of lead or silver for drawing. The marking ability of graphite was discovered in the 1500's, and the first modern pencil-that is, one consisting of a wood case glued around a stick of graphite-was made in the late 1700's.
In 1795, Nicholas Jacques Conte, a French chemist, developed a pencil of powdered graphite and clay. His mixture proved to be as smooth and hard as pure graphite. Conte also discovered that a harder or softer writing core could be produced by varying the proportions of clay and graphite.
In the mid-1800's, William Monroe, a Massachusetts cabinetmaker, invented a machine that cut and grooved wood slats precisely enough to make pencils. About the same time, the American inventor Joseph Dixon developed the method of cuffing single cedar cylinders in half to receive the core and then gluing them back together. In 1861, the first pencil-making factory in the United States was built in New York City by Eberhard Faber, an American manufacturer. The first mechanical pencil was patented by the Eagle Pencil Company in 1879.
Srouce. http://www.woodpensonline.com/history.htm
Why did he invent the pencil sharpener?
The pencil sharpener was invented to help maintain the sharpness of pencils for writing and drawing purposes. It made the process of sharpening pencils quicker and more convenient compared to older methods like using a knife. It enhanced the efficiency and accuracy of pencil use.
A pencil works by transferring graphite material onto a surface as you write or draw. The graphite leaves a mark on the surface due to friction and pressure applied by the pencil tip, allowing you to create text or images.
What is the light pen used for?
A light pen is a pointing device that allows users to interact with a computer screen by detecting light emitted by the screen. It is typically used for precision drawing, selecting objects, or inputting data directly onto the screen in applications like graphic design or computer-aided design.
What are the natural origins of the materailsused in a pencil?
The main materials are wood, rubber, graphite, and metal. The wood comes from trees. The rubber comes from petroleum and living trees. The graphite comes from carbon. And the metal comes from ores.
No. Also, "pencil lead" is not lead; it is almost always graphite (made of carbon)
