Graphite forms extended two-dimensional layers (see Fig. 3H.8). (a) Draw the smallest possible rectangular unit cell for

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Graphite forms extended two-dimensional layers (see Fig. 3H.8).

(a) Draw the smallest possible rectangular unit cell for a layer of graphite.

(b) How many carbon atoms are in that unit cell?

(c) What is the coordination number of carbon in a single layer of graphite?

FIGURE 3H.8Layer B Layer A Layer A

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Chemical Principles The Quest For Insight

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