Question

Looking at the different chemical structures, which one(s) might be able to hold

cancer fighting drugs and could then travel through the body safely until they
released the drugs into the cancer cells?
a) Graphite and diamond because these well known substances have been used
for years to treat cancer
b) Graphite because it is found in pencils and is a good lubricant
c) Fullerene and carbon nanotubes because they have empty spaces inside the
molecules
d) Diamond because it is one of the hardest substances

Answer 1

c) Fullerene and carbon nanotubes because they have empty spaces inside the molecules

Step-by-step explanation:

Fullerene and carbon nanotubes would be the most desired in order to hold the cancer fighting drugs and to carry them through the body safely.

• These molecules have empty spaces in them.
• The cavities makes it possible for storage.
• As they pass through the body, they can be held perfectly well to their target site of action.