Graphene

Graphene is composed of a monolayer of closely packed carbon atoms that form a hexagonal honeycomb lattice.
It is the building block of Graphite.
It is the thinnest, most electrically and thermally conductive material in the world.
It is also tremendously strong—about 200 times stronger than steel and flexible, as well as transparent.
It is also known as a wonder material due to its vast potential in the energy and medical world.

Applications of Graphene

Electronics: It has the potential to create the next generation of electronics like Faster transistors, bendable phones etc.
Biomedical: Graphene’s unique properties allow for ground-breaking biomedical applications. Targeted drug delivery, improved brain penetration etc.
Battery: Graphene could dramatically increase the lifespan of a traditional lithium-ion battery i.e., devices can be charged quicker – and hold more power for longer.
Sensors: Ultra-sensitive sensors made from graphene could detect minute dangerous particles, helping to protect potentially dangerous environments.
Graphene Membranes: Graphene oxide membranes are capable of forming a perfect barrier when dealing with liquids and gasses. They have even been proven to stop helium, the hardest gas to block.

17 April 2023
- Recently, researchers in the UK, led by Nobel laureate Andre Geim have found that graphene displays an anomalous giant magnetoresistance (GMR) at room temperature.