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'''Graphite''' is a naturally occurring [[allotrope]] of the [[Chemical elements|element]] [[carbon]]. | '''Graphite''' is a naturally occurring [[allotrope]] of the [[Chemical elements|element]] [[carbon]]. It is the most stable allotrope of carbon in [[International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry]] prescribed [[standard conditions]]. | ||
== Structure == | |||
Graphite is one of two [[crystallographic]] carbon allotropes, the other being [[diamond]]. Graphite has a [[lamellar]] structure constituting of layers called [[graphene]]. | |||
== Properties == | |||
The lamellar structure makes graphite, generally, an [[anisotropic]] material. | |||
== Occurrence == | |||
== Applications == | |||
== Safety == | |||
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Revision as of 06:41, 19 October 2010
Graphite is a naturally occurring allotrope of the element carbon. It is the most stable allotrope of carbon in International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry prescribed standard conditions.
Structure
Graphite is one of two crystallographic carbon allotropes, the other being diamond. Graphite has a lamellar structure constituting of layers called graphene.
Properties
The lamellar structure makes graphite, generally, an anisotropic material.