Nanomaterials Properties and Uses
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What effect does the addition of more metal oxides to a polymer matrix have on mechanical properties?

  • It enhances polymer-polymer interactions.
  • It improves the overall strength of the polymer.
  • It decreases polymer-polymer interactions. (correct)
  • It has no effect on mechanical properties.

    • The thermal properties of nanoparticles are generally better than their fluid form.

    True (A)

    What are two techniques used for the characterization of nanomaterials?

    Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)

    The addition of a nanofiller with high intrinsic thermal conductivity influences the thermal properties of _______.

    <p>Nanocomposites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following techniques with their primary characteristic:

    <p>SEM = Uses electrons to form high-resolution images FTIR = Analyzes molecular vibrations XRD = Determines crystalline structure TGA = Measures material stability against temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which metal oxide is mentioned as influencing the thermal properties of polycarbonate?

    <p>SiO2 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Increasing the concentration of metal oxide always leads to improved thermal properties.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor significantly influences the thermal properties of nanoparticles?

    <p>Large surface area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does particle size affect reflectance in nanoparticles?

    <p>Reflectance increases with increasing particle size. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Magnetic nanoparticles exhibit the best performance with a particle size greater than 35 nm.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing the magnetic value of multicomponent nanoparticles?

    <p>The number of lone pair electrons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nanoparticles provide a large surface area and are easy to modify, resulting in an increase in mechanical properties such as ___________ and ___________.

    <p>hardness, adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of property with its characteristic effect:

    <p>Optical properties = Affected by reflectance and scattering Magnetic properties = Influenced by particle size and composition Mechanical properties = Enhanced by adding inorganic compounds Spectral reflectance = Varies with particle size when light is exposed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to magnetic properties when the particle size of nanoparticles changes?

    <p>They change with the change in particle size. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of SnO2 in acrylic polyurethane matrix decreases its mechanical properties.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of organic compounds on mechanical properties when enhanced with inorganic materials?

    <p>Organic compounds generally have low mechanical properties but can be improved with the addition of inorganic compounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of electron microscope is primarily used for surface imaging?

    <p>Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary electrons in SEM are generated by a device known as the electron gun.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of signals in SEM are used to generate surface morphological images?

    <p>Secondary electrons (SE)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), the electron beam is __________ through a thin specimen.

    <p>transmitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical working voltage applied to the electron gun in SEM?

    <p>20–30 kV (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    X-rays are generated during the interaction of primary electrons with the specimen in SEM.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the beam splitter in the interferometer?

    <p>To divide the incoming radiation into two beams (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following electron microscope signals with their main purpose:

    <p>Secondary electrons (SE) = Surface morphological images Backscattered electrons (BSE) = Chemical information Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX) = Elemental composition Auger electrons (AE) = Characterization of chemical states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The interferogram signal is created by the interference of three beams.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using TEM compared to SEM?

    <p>TEM provides detailed morphology and structure data beyond the limits of SEM.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mathematical formulation is used to decode the interferogram into individual frequencies?

    <p>Fourier transform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The IR beam goes into the specimen chamber for __________ interaction.

    <p>specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the component of the FTIR instrument with its function:

    <p>Interferometer = Creates the interferogram signal Detector = Measures the interferogram signal Computer = Analyzes the signal using Fourier transform Sample chamber = Houses the specimen for interaction with IR beam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the interferogram?

    <p>It provides information on all IR frequencies present. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The FTIR signal is represented in the form of a spectrum after signal transformation.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the primary purpose of using a special-purpose detector in the FTIR instrument.

    <p>To gauge the interferogram signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the advantages of using carbon nanotubes (CNTs) in displays?

    <p>Higher brightness and contrast (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nanomaterials can negatively affect the battery cycle life.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of materials can X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyze?

    <p>Crystalline, polycrystalline, and non-crystalline materials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two applications of nanocrystalline materials mentioned in the context of data storage?

    <p>spintronics, nanowires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In high-sensitivity sensors, nanomaterials are used to detect various parameters such as electrical resistivity, chemical activity, and __________.

    <p>thermal conductivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    X-ray diffraction results in destructive interference when two waves are in phase.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following nanomaterial applications with their descriptions:

    <p>Car tires = Mechanical reinforcement Car bumpers = Lighter and scratch-resistant Lithium-ion batteries = Higher capacity and cycle life Displays = Higher brightness and contrast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mathematical principle is used to analyze XRD patterns?

    <p>Bragg's law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an XRD instrument, the ________ is responsible for producing X-rays by colliding electrons with a metallic target.

    <p>X-Rays Tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material is specifically mentioned as an anode or cathode material in lithium-ion batteries?

    <p>Aerogel intercalation electrode materials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components of XRD instrument to their functions:

    <p>X-Rays Tube = Produces X-rays Collimator = Makes rays parallel Sample Stage = Holds the specimen Detector = Detects diffracted X-rays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nanoparticles of carbon black are used in car tires for aesthetic purposes only.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one benefit of flat-panel displays constructed with nanomaterials.

    <p>Enhanced electrical properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the XRD pattern plot represent?

    <p>Intensity versus scattering angle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The JCPDS database contains XRD line patterns for more than 60,000 different crystalline phases.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the computer in an XRD instrument?

    <p>To plot the collected data in the form of an XRD pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nanomaterials (Properties and Uses)

    • Nanomaterials are substances with grain sizes in the billionth of a meter
    • They exhibit unique and beneficial chemical, physical, and mechanical properties
    • They are used in various applications, including electronics, medicine, and other fields
    • Nanomaterials can be classified into seven main categories:
      • Carbon nanomaterials (hollow tubes, spheres, nanofibers, graphene, fullerenes, carbon black, carbon onions)
      • Metal and metal oxide nanomaterials (gold, silver, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide)
      • Organic nanomaterials (liposomes, dendrimers, micelles, polymers)
      • Nanocomposites (combinations of different nanomaterials)
      • Ceramic nanomaterials (heat-resistant, inorganic, nonmetallic solids)
      • Semiconductor nanomaterials (silicon, germanium, gallium arsenide)
      • Polymeric nanomaterials (natural or synthetic polymers)

    Main Differences between Nanomaterials and Bulk Materials

    • Nanomaterials have at least one dimension in the 1-100nm range, not visible to the naked eye
    • Bulk materials have dimensions greater than 100nm, visible to the naked eye
    • Nanomaterials have a large surface-to-volume ratio, leading to enhanced properties compared to bulk materials
    • Surface forces are more significant for nanomaterials, impacting their chemical behavior
    • Semiconductor nanomaterials exhibit unique electronic band structure
    • Properties of nanomaterials can be controlled by size and shape
    • Properties of bulk materials cannot be easily tuned in the same manner

    Synthesis Methods

    • Top-down method: Breaking down larger bulk materials into smaller particles
    • Bottom-up method: Building up nanomaterials atom-by-atom or molecule-by-molecule
      • Hydrothermal method: Uses high pressure and temperature in a pressurised container
      • Solvothermal method: Uses solvents other than water
      • Chemical vapor deposition (CVD): Used to manufacture thin films
      • Thermal decomposition: Using heat to decompose compounds.
      • Pulsed laser ablation: Using pulsed lasers to ablate materials. -Templating method: Creating structures with similar morphology using templates.
      • Combustion method: Produces highly crystalline nanoparticles quickly.
      • Gas phase methods: Chemical or physical reactions to form nanomaterials in gas phase and thin films.
      • Microwave radiation method: Fast method for obtaining crystalline nanomaterials without high temperatures.
      • Conventional Sol-Gel method: Forming colloidal suspension from hydrolysis and polymerization reactions.

    Characterization Methods

    • Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM): Studying surface topography and chemical composition
    • Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM): Obtaining high-quality data of nanomaterials, including structure and morphology.
    • Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy: Studying molecular bonding in organic/inorganic materials
    • X-Ray Diffraction (XRD): Non-destructive study of material structures at molecular and atomic levels

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