Why are Chemical Environments Important in Nanotechnology?
The nanoscale realm opens up unique chemical and physical phenomena that are not observed at the macro or even micro scales. The chemical environment can determine the morphology, crystallinity, and surface chemistry of nanomaterials, which in turn affects their functional properties and applications. For instance, varying the pH during synthesis can lead to different nanoparticle shapes, while the presence of specific ions can stabilize particular crystal facets.
