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Which of the following statements about graphite is true?

Option: 1

It has a low melting point.


Option: 2

It is soluble in water.


Option: 3

It is a good thermal insulator.


Option: 4

It is composed of carbon atoms arranged in a 2D network.


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Graphite is composed of carbon atoms arranged in a 2D layered structure, not a 3D network.  It is composed of carbon atoms arranged in a 2D layered structure. It has a very high melting point, is not soluble in water, and is a good thermal conductor.

Hence option 4 is the correct answer.

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