Graphite
Graphite is a mineral with the chemical formula C. It has a Mohs hardness of 1-2 and metallic to dull luster.
Graphite properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | C |
| Mohs hardness | 1-2 |
| Luster | Metallic to dull |
| Typical colors | Black to dark gray |
| Formation | Formed through metamorphism of carbon-rich materials, often found in igneous and sedimentary rocks. |
| Rarity | 3 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 1–2 — very soft
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