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carbon: one of the most abundant elements in the universe, found in nature and in all life forms. 

atom: the smallest particle of an element that can exist either alone or in combination with other particles

transistor: an electronic device that is used to control the flow of electricity in electronic equipment

graphite: a soft, black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity. Also, this is the “lead” in lead pencils. 

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