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"Graphite consists of planar hexagonal layers of carbon atoms held together by Vander Waal's forces."
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In graphite, $C$ is hybridisedd. Each $C$ atom is linked to $3$ other $C$ atoms forming hexagonal rings. So, it has $2 D$ sheet like structure consisting of a number of rings formed together by weak Vander Waal's force of attraction.

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