Why is carbon used in its graphite form in batteries?

For its conductivity

For its weight

For its reactivity

For its malleability

Answer and Solution

A. For its conductivity

Graphite has high electrical conductivity due to its structure, allowing it to efficiently conduct electricity in batteries.

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