Graphite consists of layers of carbon atoms in hexagonal arrays (see Fig. 11-7), with each atom covalently

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Graphite consists of layers of carbon atoms in hexagonal arrays (see Fig. 11-7), with each atom covalently bonded to three others. The layers are bonded together by van der Waals forces. Would you expect graphite to exhibit cleavage?

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The Physical Universe

ISBN: 978-0077862619

16th edition

Authors: Konrad B Krauskopf, Arthur Beiser

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