Question

What make the graphite different from other non-metals?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

In graphite, the carbon atoms are joined together and arranged in layers. The links between the carbon atoms in the layer are strong, but the links between the layers are weak. The layers easily slip over each other. ... Graphite is a non-metal and it is the only non-metal that can conduct electricity.

Answer 2

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Graphite is a non metal but still can conduct electricity because of the delocalised (free) electrons in its structure. This is because each carbon atom in graphite is bonded to only three other carbon atoms and its fourth valence electron is free.

In graphite, the carbon atoms are joined together and arranged in layers. The links between the carbon atoms in the layer are strong, but the links between the layers are weak. The layers easily slip over each other. ... Graphite is a non-metal and it is the only non-metal that can conduct electricity.

Why is graphite a nonmetal?

Graphite is a non metal but still can conduct electricity because of the delocalised (free) electrons in its structure. This is because each carbon atom in graphite is bonded to only three other carbon atoms and its fourth valence electron is free.