01 n. Native carbon in hexagonal crystals, also foliated or granular massive, of black color and metallic luster, and so soft as to leave a trace…
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Native carbon in hexagonal crystals, also foliated or granular massive, of black color and metallic luster, and so soft as to leave a trace on paper. It is used for pencils (improperly called lead pencils), for crucibles, and as a lubricator, etc. Often called plumbago or black lead.(Min.) Also: plumbago, black lead
Phrases & compounds
Graphite battery —
a voltaic battery consisting of zinc and carbon in sulphuric acid, or other exciting liquid.