Graphene and fullerenes (AQA GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Quizzes
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What pattern do carbon atoms form in graphene?
What pattern do carbon atoms form in graphene?
Flat honeycomb pattern
How thick is a single layer of graphene?
How thick is a single layer of graphene?
One atom thick
How many other carbon atoms does each carbon atom bond to in graphene?
How many other carbon atoms does each carbon atom bond to in graphene?
Three
Why does graphene conduct electricity?
Why does graphene conduct electricity?
It has delocalised electrons
Which property does NOT describe graphene?
Which property does NOT describe graphene?
Brittle and heavy
What electronic devices use graphene?
What electronic devices use graphene?
Computer chips and touchscreens
What type of structures are fullerenes?
What type of structures are fullerenes?
Hollow three-dimensional shapes
How many carbon atoms does buckminsterfullerene () contain?
How many carbon atoms does buckminsterfullerene () contain?
60
What shape are carbon nanotubes?
What shape are carbon nanotubes?
Cylindrical
What property makes carbon nanotubes hard to pull apart?
What property makes carbon nanotubes hard to pull apart?
Very high tensile strength
How do fullerenes deliver drugs in medicine?
How do fullerenes deliver drugs in medicine?
Carry drugs inside their hollow structure
Why do fullerenes work well as lubricants?
Why do fullerenes work well as lubricants?
Their round shape makes them roll easily