Categories: Chemistry WAEC

Graphite is used as a dry lubricant due to the presence of?

A. mobile electrons
B. free electrons
C. octahedral structures
D. layered structures

Correct Answer:

Option D – layered structures

Explanation

Graphite is an excellent dry lubricant. This is because its layered structure allows one layer to slide over another easily. It is non-volatile and not sticky.

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