Properties of Carbon
Physical Properties:
Carbon is a soft, dull gray or black non-metal that you can scratch with a fingernail.
Th density of carbon as graphite is 2.267 g/mL, which means it will sink in water.
Chemical Properties:
Carbon, as graphite, burns to form carbon oxide (carbon dioxide). When the air or oxygen supply is restricted, incomplete combustion to carbon monoxide, CO, occurs. Carbon in organic or hydrocarbon compounds is the foundation of modern society and biochemistry. Carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen are the most important elements.