Graphene

usgb/ˈɡræfiːn/
noun

It's a form of carbon that's only one atom thick, very strong, and conducts electricity well.

The researchers are studying the use of graphene in developing advanced batteries.
Visual representation of "graphene" - It's a form of carbon that's only one atom thick, very strong, and conducts electricity well.

Often appears as...

  • graphene sheets
  • graphene oxide

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Technical

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Cutting-edge Material

Graphene is considered a modern and innovative material. It is associated with high-tech applications.

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Smartphones in the future may have graphene processors.
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Strength Emphasis

When discussing graphene, emphasize its remarkable strength despite being thin.

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Graphene is so strong that it could change how we build skyscrapers.
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Electrical Conductivity

Highlight graphene's electrical properties; it's a key point in many of its uses.

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Graphene's ability to conduct electricity could make electronic devices more efficient.
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