Chemist no. 84 of 350 · Materials/Polymer
Richard Smalley
1943-2005United StatesNobel Chemistry 1996
Discovery of fullerenes
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The discovery, explained
Buckminsterfullerene C 60 : How Richard Smalley Helped Discover a Third Form of Pure Carbon
How Richard Smalley, Kroto and Curl discovered C60 buckminsterfullerene in 1985 using laser vaporisation. Structure, Euler rule, uses and exam points.
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Richard Smalley (1943-2005): The Chemist Behind the Buckyball
Life story of Richard Smalley (1943-2005), Nobel laureate and co-discoverer of buckminsterfullerene C60 and a champion of nanotechnology. Timeline, facts, lessons.
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