Abstract
An impurity aids in the purification of C60. A 1:1 complex of C60 and calix[5]arene crystallizes from toluene (see picture) with the fullerenes organized in a one-dimensional zigzag array shrouded by a sheath of calixarenes. The complex forms in the presence of other globular molecules including C70, the major impurity in fullerite.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3254-3257 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Angewandte Chemie - International Edition |
Volume | 42 |
Issue number | 28 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 21 Jul 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Aggregation
- Calixarenes
- Crystal growth
- Fullerenes
- Host-guest systems