Surface Science

Surface science is the study of physical and chemical phenomena that occur at the interface of two phases.

Some examples of surface science applications include heterogeneous catalysis, semiconductor device fabrication, fuel cells, self-assembled monolayers, and adhesives.

Surface chemistry is a field of surface science that focuses on the chemical reactions occurring at the interfaces.

<p>Surface physics is a field of surface science that focuses on the physical properties and phenomena occurring at the interfaces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Surface science is closely related to interface and colloid science, as they both study phenomena occurring at interfaces, but the methods used are different.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The purpose is to present the discovery of the elements in the order they were first defined as pure elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The exact date of discovery cannot be determined because it is difficult to pinpoint the precise moment when an element was first recognized as pure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Yes, there are plans to synthesize more elements in the future.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is currently unknown how many elements are possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The recognition of a new 'earth' was considered equivalent to the discovery of a new element during that time.</p> Signup and view all the answers