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How many number of free electrons present on
each carbon atoms in graphite :

A

zero

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3

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C

2

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1

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Solution

The correct option is C 1
The structure of graphite consists of carbon arranged in hexagonal rings with one carbon connected to three other carbon atoms. The fourth electron thus left is free.

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