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Which fullerene is specifically known as Buckminsterfullerene?
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MCQ
Type
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Style
Topic
Structure and bonding of carbon
Question
- A. C70
- B. C60
- C. C40
- D. C80
Answer
C60
Explanation
Buckminsterfullerene, commonly referred to as C60, is a spherical fullerene composed of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a structure resembling a soccer ball.
Common mistake
Confusing Fullerene Structure
Students often state that fullerenes are only made of hexagonal rings and do not mention the presence of pentagonal or heptagonal rings.
Emphasize that fullerene structures are primarily based on hexagonal rings but can also include rings with five or seven carbon atoms.
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