The structure of graphite is given in Figure 12.19. (a) What type of intermolecular forces exist between
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The structure of graphite is given in Figure 12.19.
(a) What type of intermolecular forces exist between the layers of six-member carbon rings?
(b) Account for the lubricating ability of graphite. That is, why does graphite feel slippery? Why does pencil lead (which is really graphite in clay) leave black marks on paper?
Data given in Figure 12.19
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Chemistry And Chemical Reactivity
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