Which of the following is used in Pencils?
Correct answer: A. Graphite
- A. Graphite
- B. Silicon
- C. Charcoal
- D. Phosphorous
Explanation
Pencil cores are made mainly from graphite mixed with clay; graphite is a soft form of carbon that leaves a mark on paper. The core is not made from silicon, charcoal or phosphorus.
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