What is the color of “typical” carbons? As black as charcoal, or as clear as diamond (Fig. 1)? Can we imagine any other answers, such as blue, green, or red? You may think I am crazy, but actually, the answer is “Yes”! To explain the idea of multi-colored carbon, I’m going to tell you about …
Nature Under a Microscope: Exploring the Beauty of Nanoscience
Towering mountains are stretching beyond my sight, flaming roses are blossoming by my side, shooting stars are dashing above my head. You might think that I am traveling to some wondrous destination, wandering in a mountainous area and enjoying the dark expanse of the glorious starry night, but what if I were to tell you …
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