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Buckminsterfullerene is a molecule made of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a hollow, spherical structure resembling a soccer ball, making it the first discovered fullerene and a key allotrope of carbon. This stable compound has sparked interest in nanotechnology and materials science due to its unique properties, such as high strength and electron-accepting capabilities, though it's still more of a lab curiosity than a household material in modern applications.
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