Graphene and Fullerenes Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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What is graphene?
A
A single layer of graphite (a 2D sheet of carbon atoms in hexagons).
2
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What are some properties of graphene?
A
- very strong
- light
- conduct electricity due to delocalised electrons.
3
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What is a use of graphene?
A
It’s used in electronics and composite materials to add strength without much weight.
4
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What are fullerenes?
A
Molecules of carbon shaped like hollow balls or tubes (e.g., buckyballs or nanotubes).
5
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What is special about the structure of fullerenes?
A
They are made of hexagons, and sometimes pentagons or heptagons.
6
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What are fullerenes used for?
A
Delivering drugs, making catalysts, lubricants, and reinforcing materials.
