+8B refers to a very soft grade of [Pencil](/wiki/pencil) lead, primarily composed of [Graphite](/wiki/graphite). Favored by artists, it yields deep, rich blacks and smooth shading, ideal for broad tonal range and expressive mark-making.
+## See also
+- [Drawing](/wiki/drawing)
+- [Art](/wiki/art)
+- [Hardness](/wiki/hardness)
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