Abstract
Triton X-45 was used as a sacrificial template to synthesize macroporous Ag, Au, or CuO monoliths via thermal treatment. Continuous networks of pores with sizes varied from 100 nm to 6 mu m can be prepared through the use of additives such as dextran, silica nanoparticles, and the swelling agent, 1,3,5 trimethyl benzene (TMB), suggesting that the use of Triton X-45 gel offers a versatile route to the preparation of intact inorganic structures with controllable morphology.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 19871-19874 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Physical Chemistry C |
Volume | 113 |
Issue number | 46 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 19 Nov 2009 |