Carbon allotropes

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  • Created by: Hikarasu
  • Created on: 10-04-15 17:54
What is an allotrope?
Different forms of the same element that exist in the same physical state.
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What is Diamond often used for?
Drilling
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What is Graphite often used for?
Lead in pencils
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What is Amorphous carbon?
A deep black powder that occurs as a component of coal
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What is the structure of Buckministerfullerene?
A spherical simple molecular structure with 60 carbon atoms and 32 sides
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What are nanotubes being used in, aside from the destruction of cancerous cells?
Cosmetic preparations
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What is an issue with the use of nanotubes?
They may allow other substances to enter the bloodstream and brain
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What colour is the solution formed when Buckministerfullerene dissolves in petrol?
Deep red
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What is Amorphous carbon?

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