What are the refractive index and absorption values of carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) used to find the particles size distribution (PSD) by number in zetasizer nano series?
The refractive index of MWCNTs is 2.5 and its absorption is around 1. actually in literature scientists have used similar numbers for CNT and Graphene.
As Titus mentioned, zeta has nothing to do with quantifying the carboxylic groups. it can help you to determine the stability of your samples after carboxilation. My advise is to go for TGA analysis, it might give you some indications. I have attached a paper that will definitely answer many of your queries.
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Dear Sayan Kundu , attached paper reviewed various techniques including TEM, XPS, IR and Raman spectroscopy, chemical derivatization, Boehm titrations, ELCS, NEXAFS, TPD, and TGA that used to explore the chemical and structural characteristics of CNT. Hope it helps.
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