Computer graphic of buckyballs (C60)
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Computer graphic of buckyballs (C60)
Buckyballs. Computer graphic of buckyball (Buckminsterfullerene, C60) molecules. The spheres represent carbon atoms whilst the lines represent the bonds between them. The bonds link the atoms in pentagons and hexagons to form a football- shaped sphere. Buckminsterfullerene was discovered in 1985. It was the first of a range of spherical fullerenes to be found. Fullerenes are a structural form (allotrope) of the element carbon. Fullerenes have novel physical and chemical properties which can be exploited to produce new catalysts, lubricants and superconductors
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This print showcases a computer graphic representation of buckyballs, also known as Buckminsterfullerene or C60 molecules. The image beautifully illustrates the complex structure of these fascinating compounds. Each sphere in the graphic represents a carbon atom, while the lines symbolize the bonds between them. These bonds intricately link the atoms together in pentagons and hexagons, forming a distinctive football-shaped sphere. Discovered in 1985, Buckminsterfullerene was the first spherical fullerene to be found among various other structural forms of carbon. Fullerenes possess unique physical and chemical properties that have opened up new possibilities for scientific exploration. This molecular arrangement has led to exciting advancements in fields such as catalysis, lubrication, and superconductivity. The organic nature of this composition is truly remarkable; it highlights how carbon can manifest itself into intricate formations with diverse applications. As an allotrope of carbon, fullerenes like C60 exhibit novel characteristics that scientists continue to study and harness for innovative purposes. This stunning visual from Science Photo Library not only captures the beauty within chemistry but also serves as a reminder of humanity's ongoing quest to understand and utilize nature's building blocks at their most fundamental level - atoms and molecules.
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