How Can Surface Energy be Tailored in Nanomaterials?
Tailoring the surface energy of nanomaterials can be achieved through several strategies:
1. Surface Functionalization: Adding functional groups to the surface can modulate its energy and reactivity. 2. Particle Size and Shape: Adjusting the size and shape of nanoparticles can influence their surface energy. 3. Surface Treatments: Techniques like plasma treatment or chemical etching can be used to alter surface properties.
