Chemistryeasy · Past Paper
Which form of carbon is used as a lubricant in heavy machinery?
ADiamond
BCoke
CGraphite
DCharcoal
✓ Correct Answer: C — Graphite
Graphite has a layered structure with weak van der Waals forces, allowing layers to slide over each other.
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