Nanoscale Materials in Chemistry, 2nd Edition

by Editor: Kenneth J. Klabunde (Department of Chemistry, Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, USA); Editor: Ryan M. Richards

• ISBN13: 9780470523667
• ISBN10: 0470523662
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-10-01
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

A comprehensive reference on nanoscale materials chemistry-now revised and updated.This extensive text provides twenty-two revised chapters on the preparations, applications, and characterization as well as the environmental and toxicological aspects of nanoscale materials, with an emphasis on the chemistry component. This Second Edition contains core topics including: New synthetic methods for nanomaterials Nanostructured solids Organized two- and three-dimensional nanocrystals Nanotubes, ribbons, and sheets Nanocatalysts, sorbents, and energy applications Unique physical properties of nanomaterials Photochemistry of nanomaterials Biological and environmental aspects of nanomaterialsWith input from top experts in the field, such as Bruce Dunn, Vicki Grassian, Warren Ford, and Chris Sorensen, among others, Nanoscale Materials in Chemistry presents a balanced survey of different topics in basic nanoparticle science, and includes helpful end-of-chapter questions and answers. Significantly expanded, the Second Edition remains a key text for understanding the fundamentals of nanoscale materials chemistry and a reliable resource for scientists and researchers.

Table of Contents

Introduction To Nanomaterials

Introduction to Nanoscale Materials in Chemistry, Volume II

Unique Bonding in Nanomaterials and Powders

Particles as Molecules

New Synthetic Methods To Nanomaterials

Microwave Preparation of Metal Fluorides and their Biological Application

Transition Metal Nitrides and Carbides

Kinetics of Colloidal Chemical Synthesis of Monodisperse Spherical Nanocrystals

Nanorods

Nanostructured Solids: Micro And Mesoporous Materials And Polymer Nanocomposites

Aerogels: Disordered, Porous Nanostructures

Ordered Microporous and Mesoporous Materials

Applications of Microporous and Mesoporous Materials

Organized Two- And Three-Dimensional Nanocrystals

Inorganic-Organic Composites

DNA-Conjugated Nanoparticles: Gold and Silver

Nanotubes, Ribbons, And Sheets

Carbon Nanotubes and Related Structures

Nano Catalysts, Sorbents, And Energy Applications

Reaction of Nanoparticles with Gases

Nanomaterials in Energy Storage Systems

Unique Physical Properties Of Nanomaterials

Optical and Electronic Properties of Metal and Semiconductor Nanostructures

Photochemistry Of Nanomaterials

Photocatalytic Purification of Water and Air over Nanoparticulate TiO2

Photofunctional Zeolites and Mesoporous Materials Incorporating Single site Heterogeneous Catalysts

Photocatalytic Remediation

Biological And Environmental Aspects Of Nanomaterials

Nanomaterials for Environmental Remediation

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Environmental and Health Impacts

Toxicity of Inhaled Nanomaterials

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