What is another word for buckminsterfullerene?
Pronunciation: [bˈʌkmɪnstəfˌʊləɹˌiːn] (IPA) 
Buckminsterfullerene is a type of carbon molecule composed of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a spherical shape. This unique molecule is also known as C60, fullerene, or Buckyball. Fullerene was named after the American architect and visionary inventor Buckminster Fuller. Buckyball refers to its shape resembling the geodesic domes designed by Fuller. This fascinating molecule has also been given several other synonyms including soccerene, buckyballene, nanosphere, and fluckite. In recent years, fullerene has attracted significant interest in various fields for its unique properties including its potential applications in drug delivery, organic photovoltaics, and electronics.
