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What are fullerenes
Until 1985, the chemical element Carbon was only known to exist in two forms - diamond and graphite. This changed when physicists discovered an entirely new form of carbon - the fullerene molecule.
Carbon Footprint
Site that explains the concept of an individual's 'carbon footprint' and describes ways in which you can reduce yours.
Carbon Nanotubes and Buckyballs
A useful, straightforward introduction to carbon nanotubes and buckyballs, explaining what they are, how they work and what they're used for.
How Carbon-14 Dating Works
A brief description of how Carbon-14 Dating works from HowStuffWorks.com.
Hyperphysics - Radioactive Dating
Use of Carbon dating and description of isotopes, nuclear force etc with good links to more info
Smart materials
Discover the secrets of materials and textiles including lycra, thinsulate, carbon fibres, kevlar, teflon and gore tex .
Snow Formation
Phase diagrams for carbon dioxide showing the conditions under which a liquid phase can exist. This is part of a commercial site using CO1 as a cleaning agent.
Don't Feel Bad About Getting an Christmas Tree
Find out how Christmas tree farms are helping to keep carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere