What are Some Examples of Nanomaterials Exhibiting Phase Change?
Several nanomaterials exhibit interesting phase change behaviors: - Nanoparticles: Gold and silver nanoparticles show reduced melting points compared to their bulk counterparts. - Nanowires: Silicon nanowires can undergo phase transitions that make them suitable for use in solar cells. - Quantum Dots: These semiconductor nanocrystals can exhibit unique optical properties during phase transitions, useful in quantum computing and bioimaging.
