Intercalation Compounds of Graphite.

 Atoms or molecules in between layers.
 
  • Once layer is opened up, all fill up this layer.

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  • Stoichiometry, KC8, KC20 etc.

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  • Hal2 also intercalates.

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  • Both KC8 and C8Hal more conducting than graphite. K donates e- to band

    •    structure ; Hal accepts e- produces electron holes.

     
    - Staging

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