Fullerene :- Full Study

Starting with the basics , as we studied in previous classes , the carbon elements have its three allotropes : Diamond , Graphite and Fullerene .

Today in this article , I will share some important knowledge related to Fullerene . So , without wasting any time , I am coming to the topic - 

Fullerene : A Fullerene is an allotrop of carbon having a hollow-shell like structure . In this structure , sixty or even more carbon atoms are bonded with single or double bond to produce a cage like structure . It have fused rings of five to see atoms too in its structure .

Discovery of Fullerene : In 1985 , professor H. W. Kruto and professor Smalley were conducting experiments on graphite . When they vaporised graphite with lasers , they were surprised when they saw that some vaporised atoms regrouped together and forms a hollow like or cage like structure . It was named after a famous architect who shaped famous Geodesic dome :- Buckminster fuller  as Buckminster Fullerene (molecular formula : C60)

Properties of Fullerene : Some of the basic properties of fullerene are determined below to help you to write in exams :

1. The tensile strength of fullerene is very high .

2. Fullerene have high Electrical conductivity .

3. Fullerene consist of high ductility .

4. It have high heat conductivity .

5. It have high electron affinity , etc.

Uses of Fullerene : 

1. Fullerenes are active molecules .

2. Fullerene is used as an anti-ocidant due to its easily reactance with radicals .

3. Fullerene is used as an anti-aging reagent.

4. It can also been used as an anti-damaging reagent .

5. Fullerene is used as antiviral agent , etc.

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