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Synthesis of Zinc Oxide by Sol–Gel Method for Photoelectrochemical Cells

  • Illustrates the complete process for the synthesis and characterization of ZnO nanocrystalline powder by sol–gel centrifugation and storage
  • Demonstrates the application of ZnO nanocrystalline powder in photoelectrochemical cells

Part of the book series: SpringerBriefs in Materials (BRIEFSMATERIALS)

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Table of contents (4 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-x
  2. ZnO Nanocrystalline Metal Oxide Semiconductor Via Sol Gel Method

    • Siti Salwa Alias, Ahmad Azmin Mohamad
    Pages 1-8
  3. ZnO: Effect of pH on the Sol–Gel Process

    • Siti Salwa Alias, Ahmad Azmin Mohamad
    Pages 9-25
  4. ZnO: Effect of Centrifugation and Storage on Sol–Gel Process

    • Siti Salwa Alias, Ahmad Azmin Mohamad
    Pages 27-39
  5. ZnO: Photoelectrochemical Cells Analysis

    • Siti Salwa Alias, Ahmad Azmin Mohamad
    Pages 41-50
  6. Back Matter

    Pages 51-52

About this book

This book focuses on the study of synthesized ZnO powder using Zn(CH3COO)2∙2H2O precursor, methanol (as solvent), and sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to vary the pH. The successfully synthesized ZnO powder from the sol-gel centrifugation and sol-gel storage methods were characterized and investigated by X-ray diffraction, field emission scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, UV–visible spectroscopy, and photoluminescence test to compare the properties of the nanoparticles. The best characteristic of the ZnO powder from both methods was observed when the powders were coated on an ITO glass to fabricate a PEC. The current density–voltage performances of both PECs were investigated under luminescent and dark conditions.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Materials & Mineral Resources Engnr., Universiti Sains Malaysia, Nibong Tebal, Malaysia

    Siti Salwa Alias, Ahmad Azmin Mohamad

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Softcover Book USD 54.99
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