In graphite, the layers of carbon atoms are held by | CHEMISTRY - ALLOTROPERS OF CARBON | SolveeIt | Solveeit

Today, October 3

Question

In graphite, the layers of carbon atoms are held by

A

Covalent bonds

B

Coordinate bonds

C

Van der waals forces

D

Ionic bonds.

Answer

Van der waals forces

Explanation

Solution

: in graphite, layers or sheets are held by weak van der waals forces.