Nanomaterials can influence redox reactions in several ways: 1. Surface Area: Nanoparticles have a high surface-to-volume ratio, which provides more active sites for redox reactions to occur. 2. Quantum Effects: At the nanoscale, materials exhibit quantum confinement effects that can alter their redox properties. 3. Defect Sites: Nanomaterials often have a higher density of defect sites, which can act as active centers for redox reactions. 4. Compositional Control: The ability to precisely control the composition of nanomaterials allows for the tuning of redox properties to suit specific applications.
