Wikipedia article on the subject was a little too technical, getting into layered molecular structure and non-lamellar structures and such. Hoping this sub can make sense of it.
Adding to others on why graphite works, because it is dry, it it suitable for applications where you don’t want an oily product carrier to get gummed up. Locks can use dry graphite or in a spray or liquid carrier that evaporates. Same with gun mechanisms.
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