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Buckyball (Noun)

Meaning

A spheroidal fullerene; the first known example of a fullerene.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • The buckyball is a molecule composed entirely of carbon atoms, arranged in a spherical structure resembling a soccer ball.
  • Scientists have been studying the unique properties of the buckyball, a spheroidal fullerene with 60 carbon atoms.
  • The discovery of the buckyball in 1985 marked a significant milestone in the field of nanotechnology.
  • Researchers have been exploring the potential applications of the buckyball, including its use in electronics and medicine.
  • The buckyball's hollow interior makes it an attractive candidate for storing and transporting small molecules.

Synonyms

  • Buckminsterfullerene

Hypernyms

  • Fullerene
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