Hexanes (IMAGE) University of Minnesota Caption Hexane, a molecule with six carbon atoms, will tumble, spin and vibrate less in a nanoporous cage, but it can still move in two dimensions Credit Catalysis Center for Energy Innovation Usage Restrictions with proper credit 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.