Why does hydrous copper (II) nitrate, Cu(NO3)2.5H2O not produce a good sol gel compared to dehydrous cupper (II) nitrate, Cu(NO3)2?

We tried to produce a sol gel using the hydrous copper nitrate and the gel does not stick onto the glass surface and is easily removed. What is the best method to convert the hydrous compound to a...

20 December 2012 3,402 1 View