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प्रश्न
Buckminsterfullerene is spherical molecule in which 60 carbon atoms are arranged in interlocking hexagonal and pentagonal rings of carbon atoms.
How many pentagons of carbon atoms are present in one molecule of buckminsterfullerene?
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उत्तर
In one molecule of buckminsterfullerene, 12 pentagons of carbon atoms are present.
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Explain why covalent compounds have generally high melting points?
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(d) Name one use of allotrope Y (other than lubrication and pencil leads)
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(i) Strength of forces between constituent elements
(ii) Solubility of compounds in water
(iii) Electrical conduction in substances
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Methanol
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Write the names of the hydrocarbons for the following structural formula.
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\[\ce{CH3 - CH2CH = CH2}\]
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