Associations to the word «Graphite»

Wiktionary

GRAPHITE, noun. An allotrope of carbon, consisting of planes of carbon atoms arranged in hexagonal arrays with the planes stacked loosely, that is used as a dry lubricant and in "lead" pencils.
GRAPHITE, noun. Short for graphite-reinforced plastic, a composite plastic made with graphite fibers noted for light weight strength and stiffness.
GRAPHITE, noun. A grey colour.
GRAPHITE FLUORIDE, noun. (inorganic compound) carbon monofluoride

Dictionary definition

GRAPHITE, noun. Used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors.

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