Stabilizing agents work through various mechanisms:
- Electrostatic Stabilization: This involves the use of charged molecules that create a repulsive force between nanoparticles, preventing them from coming together. - Steric Stabilization: Here, large molecules or polymers create a physical barrier around the nanoparticles, preventing them from getting too close to each other. - Electrosteric Stabilization: A combination of electrostatic and steric stabilization, offering dual protection against aggregation.
