Which element is buckminsterfullerene composed of?
Carbon
Hydrogen
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Answer
Carbon is the element that makes up buckminsterfullerene. This molecule, also known as a buckyball, is a hollow sphere composed of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a pattern resembling a soccer ball. The unique structure of buckminsterfullerene gives it remarkable properties, including high thermal stability and electrical conductivity.
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