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(noun) an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds |
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Synonyms: C, carbon |
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Related Words: activated carbon, activated charcoal, adamant, black lead, carbon 14, carbon black, charcoal, chemical element, diamond, element, graphite, lampblack, plumbago, radiocarbon, smut, soot, wood coal |
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