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Graphite's Layered Structure

Graphite's Layered Structure

Diagram of graphite showing hexagonal carbon layers, strong covalent bonds within layers, delocalised electrons, weak forces between layers, and sliding layers

Graphite is a form of carbon with a giant covalent structure. Its carbon atoms form flat layers made from hexagonal rings.

2.3.2 Graphite Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /2.3.2 Graphite

Step-by-step lessons covering AQA GCSE Chemistry 2.3.2 Graphite for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Nail the core quantitative topics — moles, balancing equations and calculations — early on, since they underpin higher-tier questions across every paper and topic.

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