Graphite Flashcards

1
Q

What does each carbon atom only form?

A

Three covalent bonds, creating layers which are free to slide over each other

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2
Q

This makes graphite useful as…

A

A lubricant

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3
Q

What does it leave?

A

Free electrons

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4
Q

Graphite is the only non-metal which is…

A

A good conductor of electricity

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5
Q

Check out diagram page 14

A

Ok

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