graphene

noun

graph·​ene ˈgra-ˌfēn How to pronounce graphene (audio)
: an extremely electrically conductive form of elemental carbon that is composed of a single flat sheet of carbon atoms arranged in a repeating hexagonal lattice

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Ars Video Some of the demonstration devices built using MoS2 have used graphene for the conductive material. John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 2 Apr. 2025 In other words, studying Hofstadter’s butterfly in twisted graphene bilayers could be of broader utility, opening the way for further enlightening investigations of the phenomenon in other systems and materials. Gayoung Lee, Scientific American, 28 Mar. 2025 The mattress has graphene technology and is copper infused, creating a cool, healthy and clean sleep. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 Its graphene cooling membrane and advanced heat dissipation ensure reliability, even under heavy use, keeping internal temperatures below 110°C and external ones below 60°C. New Atlas, 17 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for graphene

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1985, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of graphene was in 1985

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“Graphene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graphene. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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