Chapter 21, Problem 21.104SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

To determine the coordination environment of the K+ ions in the fullerene-based superconductor K₃C₆₀

Concept introduction:

When cooled below a certain temperature, the electrical resistance of the element or metallic alloyis drastically reduced. Such a material is known as the superconducting material and this phenomenon is known as superconductivity.
Threshold temperature (T_c) is the temperature below which the material exhibits superconducting behaviour.

To determine:

The coordination environment of the K+ ions in the fullerene-based superconductor K₃C₆₀