Chemistry, asked by renu09433, 4 months ago

explain why graphite is soft and can be used as a lubricant

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Answered by Anonymous

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Graphite has layers of carbon atoms, with weak forces, residing in between its layers because of which it is quite slippery.. Due to its loosely intact carbon atoms or free electrons, they can move around easily from one place to another, making graphite a good conductor of electricity.

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Answer:Graphite is used as a lubricant due to its slippery nature. ... Due to its loosely intact carbon atoms or free electrons, they can move around easily from one place to another, making graphite a good conductor of electricity.

Answer:Graphite is used as a lubricant due to its slippery nature. ... Due to its loosely intact carbon atoms or free electrons, they can move around easily from one place to another, making graphite a good conductor of electricity.Explanation:

Answer:Graphite is used as a lubricant due to its slippery nature. ... Due to its loosely intact carbon atoms or free electrons, they can move around easily from one place to another, making graphite a good conductor of electricity.Explanation:mark as brilliant

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