C-60 Molecular Structure(Bucky Ball)

Model : 55X-C60

DESCRIPTION-
Fullerenes consist of 20 hexagonal and 12 pentagonal rings as the basis of a symmetric closed cage structure, forming the characteristic C60 fullerene structure. Each carbon atom is bonded to three others and is sp2 hybridised. The C60 structure has two bond lengths - the 6:6 ring bonds can be considered "double bonds" and are shorter than the 6:5 bonds. C60 tends to avoid double bonds in the pentagonal rings, resulting in poor electron delocalisation. As a result, C60 behaves like an electron-deficient alkene and reacts readily with electron-rich species. These structures are commonly known as buckyballs. An infinite number of fullerenes can exist, with their structure based on pentagonal and hexagonal rings, constructed according to rules for making icosahedra.

Features  - 

• Contains 60 carbon atoms

• Symmetric closed cage structure

• Consists of 20 hexagonal and 12 pentagonal rings

• Each carbon atom is sp² hybridised

• Also known as buckyball structure

Specifications:

• Product Type: C60 Fullerene Molecular Structure

• Chemical Formula: C60

• Carbon Atoms: 60

• Structure: Symmetric Closed Cage Structure

• Hexagonal Rings: 20

• Pentagonal Rings: 12

• Hybridisation: sp²

• Common Name: Buckyball

• Application: Molecular Structure Study

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is C60 Fullerene?
C60 Fullerene is a carbon molecule containing 60 carbon atoms arranged in a closed cage structure.

2. Why is C60 called a Buckyball?
Its spherical cage-like structure resembles a ball, so it is commonly called a buckyball.

3. How many rings are present in C60?
C60 contains 20 hexagonal and 12 pentagonal rings.

4. What is the hybridisation of carbon atoms in C60?
Each carbon atom is sp² hybridised.

5. What is the C60 Fullerene structure used for?
It is used for studying fullerene molecular structure and carbon bonding.