Fullerene confined metal particles and increasing pressure

[cremor]

Hello,

I would like to ask a question regarding possible change of orbital conformation of a fullerene particle filled with metal. Is there any basis to the assumption that for if you encase a metal, such as a round nanoparticle of lead cooled to minimal thermodynamical state, just so it fits inside a fullerene, and then allow the molecule to drift towards, say, more common thermodynamic environments. As it warms the lead core and the graphene encasing shift towards a new equilibrium. Is there a theoretical basis to assume that the increased thermodynamical (and electrodynamical) pressure inside the lead-drop would lead to electron orbital confirmation changes? I would assume that the lead droplet and the graphene encasing correspond to different plasmon resonant frequencies. I wonder how co-stimulating these layers would translate to their electric field strenght. Or would the two molecules assume a common orbital conformation altogether?

 

[eljose79]

Thank you for your interesting question about the possible change of orbital conformation of a fullerene particle filled with metal. I would like to address your inquiry by providing some theoretical background and potential implications.

Firstly, it is important to note that the behavior of materials at the nanoscale is often different from that at larger scales due to quantum effects. Therefore, the behavior of a metal nanoparticle inside a fullerene could potentially be different from that of a larger metal object.

In terms of the assumption that encasing a metal nanoparticle in a fullerene and subjecting it to different thermodynamic environments could lead to changes in electron orbital conformation, there is some theoretical basis for this idea. The concept of plasmon resonance, which you mentioned, is a phenomenon where the electrons in a metal nanoparticle can oscillate collectively in response to an external electromagnetic field. This can lead to changes in the electron distribution and orbital conformation within the nanoparticle.

Furthermore, the thermal energy present in the environment could also affect the motion of electrons within the metal nanoparticle, potentially leading to changes in their orbital conformation. This is known as the thermodynamic pressure effect.

However, it is important to note that the behavior of a metal nanoparticle inside a fullerene would also depend on the specific properties of the metal, the fullerene, and their interaction. For example, the size and shape of the fullerene could affect how the metal nanoparticle is encapsulated and how it responds to external stimuli.

In terms of the potential implications of such changes in electron orbital conformation, it could lead to alterations in the electrical and optical properties of the metal nanoparticle. This could have applications in areas such as sensing, catalysis, and optoelectronics.

To summarize, there is some theoretical basis to support the idea that encasing a metal nanoparticle in a fullerene and subjecting it to different thermodynamic environments could lead to changes in electron orbital conformation. However, further research is needed to fully understand the behavior of such systems and their potential applications.

I hope this response has been helpful in addressing your question. Thank you for your interest in this topic.