Question

Uses of carbon in chemistry in the chapter metals and non matals

Answer 1

impure carbon in the form of charcol and coke is used in metal smelting.

Graphite is used in pencils, to make brushes in electric motors and in furnace lining

Answer 2

Here are some basic facts about carbon:

   Atomic Number: 6

   Atomic Weight: 12

   Allotropes: Atomic Carbon, graphene, graphite, diamond, amorphous carbon (as coal, soot, etc), fullerenes.

   Chemical Symbol: C

   Number of electrons in the valence shell: 4