Title
Microwave Synthesis of Zinc Hydroxy Sulfate Nanoplates and Zinc Oxide Nanorods in the Classroom
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-2014
Abstract
In this hands-on, inquiry-based lab, high school and undergraduate students learn about nanotechnology by synthesizing their own nanoparticles in a single class period. This simple synthesis of zinc oxide nanorods and zinc hydroxy sulfate nanoplates can be done in 15 min using a household microwave oven. Reagent concentration, reaction temperature, and time all affect the size and shape of the particles synthesized, allowing students to explore how materials scientists control reaction conditions to achieve desired results.
DOI
10.1021/ed400669v
Publication Information
Dziedzic, Rafal M.; Gillian-Daniel, Anne Lynn; Peterson, Greta M.; and Martinez-Hernandez, Kermin J. (2014). "Microwave Synthesis of Zinc Hydroxy Sulfate Nanoplates and Zinc Oxide Nanorods in the Classroom." Journal of Chemical Education 91.10, 1710-1714.
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