How do X-ray Diffraction (XRD) and Spectroscopy techniques assist in nanotechnology research?
X-ray diffraction (XRD) is used to determine the crystalline structure of materials. It provides information about the atomic arrangement and crystallite size, which is crucial for understanding nanomaterials. Spectroscopy techniques, such as Raman spectroscopy and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), help in identifying molecular compositions and chemical bonding states, offering insights into the chemical properties and interactions at the nanoscale.
