Graphite is used as a dry lubricant due to the presence of
CHEMISTRY
WAEC 2022
Graphite is used as a dry lubricant due to the presence of
- A. mobile electrons
- B. free electrons
- C. octahedral structures
- D. layered structures
Correct Answer: D. layered structures
Explanation
Graphite is an excellent dry lubricant. This is because its layered structure allows one layer to slide over another easily. It is non-volatile and not sticky.
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