A Theoretical Study on the Possibility of Functionalization of C-20 Fullerene Via its Diels-Alder Reaction with 1,3-Butadiene

摘要

Background: Fullerenes are of the most useful structures which could be used in making nano sized instruments. These small carbon cages are important in designing synthesized nano structures. In order to use the fullerenes in the nano structures, functionalizing the surface of these compounds may be required. Considering this fact, many attempts have been already taken to find certain ways to functionalize these substances.