Graphite is the most stable ccrystalline allotrope of carbon.
a) Explain the crystal structure of graphite.
b) Write 2 uses of graphite.

Explanation

a) In graphite, each atom is covalently bonded with three surrounding carbon atoms and forms a sheet like structure. These sheets or layers are stacked above one another to form the three dimensional structure.
b) i) Used to make pencil lead.
ii) Used as a solid lubricant.