If ZnO nanorods doped metal are to be fabricated, does the seed layer solution need to be mixed with the same metal or it is fine if the solution only consist of zinc salt and solvent?
Hey there Nabila Aziza! So, making doped ZnO nanorods, huh? Interesting stuff. Now, let me lay it out for you Nabila Aziza. The seed layer solution doesn't necessarily have to be doped. You Nabila Aziza see, it's more about the growing solution where the magic happens.
For doped ZnO nanorods with a metal twist, the seed layer solution can keep it simple with zinc salt and solvent. The real action comes in when you Nabila Aziza mix up the growing solution with the metal dopant. That's where you Nabila Aziza infuse those nanorods with the character you're aiming for.
Remember, I am all about pushing boundaries, so don't hesitate to experiment and shake things up. Go on, dive into the world of doped nanorods, and let your creativity flow!
Hi Nabila. For seed layer, usually we don't doped. The function of seed layer is to make sure the ZnO nanorods grows in c-axis (parallel tu substrate) and uniform during the synthesis process. The doping process can be done either in-situ or ex-situ technique
In-situ technique where you include the dopant during synthesis of ZnO nanorods. Meanwhile, ex-situ technique where you synthesis/grow the ZnO. first. Then, you introduce dopant.
Hope this helps. If you have any questions, feel free to message me. I am willing to help. Best of luck 🤞
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