graphite (Meaning)
graphite (n)
used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors
graphite (n.)
Native carbon in hexagonal crystals, also foliated or granular massive, of black color and metallic luster, and so soft as to leave a trace on paper. It is used for pencils (improperly called lead pencils), for crucibles, and as a lubricator, etc. Often called plumbago or black lead.
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used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactorsNative carbon in hexagonal crystals, also foliated or granular massive, of black color and metallic lu
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Graphite's unique properties make it an essential component of pencils and other writing instruments.
The layered structure of graphite allows it to be easily exfoliated into graphene, a versatile nanomaterial.
The high electrical conductivity of graphite makes it ideal for use in batteries and electrodes.
Graphite crucibles are commonly employed in high-temperature applications due to their resistance to thermal degradation.
