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Mineral resource of the month: graphite

January 1, 2008

The article presents facts about graphite ideal for industrial applications. Among the characteristics of graphite are its metallic luster, softness, perfect basal cleavage and electrical conductivity. Batteries, brake linings and powdered metals are some of the products that make use of graphite. It attributes the potential applications for graphite in high-technology fields to innovations in thermal technology and acid-leaching techniques.

Publication Year 2008
Title Mineral resource of the month: graphite
Authors
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Earth
Index ID 70045926
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization National Minerals Information Center