Graphite is insoluble in all solvents.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
For any substance to dissolve, there should be a force of attraction between the solvent and the solute that should exceed the forces of attraction in the solute.
The force of attraction between the Carbon atoms of graphite is so strong that the force of attraction between the solvent and graphite (solute) cannot break the covalent bonds present in the graphite itself.
As a result, graphite is insoluble in all the solvents.
Therefore, the given statement is true.

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