Graphite
By Delaney Barnicle
Chemical Formula
- Graphite is made up of pure carbon, much like diamonds, but has the complete opposite chemical structure
Uses for Graphite
- Reinforcements in plastics
- Used to increase the carbon content of steel
- Brake linings in cars
- Some pencils, mostly used for drawing rather than writing
Physical Properties
- Occurs naturally but is made artificially in factories
- Soft and greasy feel
- Black and shiny color
Graphite Pencils
The darker it writes, the higher the amount of graphite.
Raw Graphite
Steel vs Graphite Golf Clubs
Graphite (left) is much stronger than steel (right).