graphite Flashcards
1
Q
What does each carbon atom form in graphites
A
Three covalent bonds to create layers of hexagons
2
Q
What’s does each carbon atom hav in graphite
A
A delocalised atom
3
Q
The reason graphite is able to move and shit is cus
A
There arnt any layers between the covalent bonds which makes the held together weakly this makes them soft and slippery so it’s ideally a lubricating material
4
Q
Graphite has a what melting point
A
High becus of the covalent bonds needin a lot of energy to break
5
Q
In graphite only 3 out of 4 electrons are used dso ones left delocalised this means
A
Graphite can conduct electricity and thermals enegy
