Graphite

3D Model

Collection: Historic Michigan Geological Survey Outcrop Samples Locality: Unknown Dimensions: 49.1x37.5x22.6 mm No: 30

Graphite is a naturally occurring form of crystalline carbon. It is a native element mineral found in metamorphic and igneous rocks. Graphite is a mineral of extremes. It is extremely soft, cleaves with very light pressure, and has a very low specific gravity. In contrast, it is extremely resistant to heat and nearly inert in contact with almost any other material. These extreme properties give it a wide range of uses in metallurgy and manufacturing.

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