Ordering of C ₆₀ on one-dimensional template of single-domain Ge(110)-16×2 and Si(110)-16×2 surfaces

We demonstrated the ordering of C ₆₀ in one dimension by using Ge(110)-16×2 and Si(110)-16×2 single-domain surfaces as one-dimensional templates. We achieved the formation of one-dimensional order of C ₆₀ molecules along the atomic rows of the Ge(110)-16×2 surface where surface diffusion of C ₆₀ is activated at room temperature. In contrast, the substantial reactivity of the Si(110)-16×2 surface limited the diffusion of adsorbed C ₆₀, resulting in random adsorption even at elevated temperatures.