Transmission Electron Microscope (IMAGE) University of Arizona Caption Tom Zega at the control panel of the 12-foot tall transmission electron microscope at the Kuiper Materials Imaging and Characterization Facility at the UArizona Lunar and Planetary Lab. The instrument revealed that buckyballs had formed in samples exposed to conditions thought to reflect those in planetary nebulae. Credit Daniel Stolte/University Communications Usage Restrictions This visual may only be used in conjunction with reporting or posting this news release. Credit must be given as indicated. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.