Colloidal silicon nanorod synthesis.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
The colloidal synthesis of crystalline silicon (Si) nanorods with diameters of 5 to 10 nm and lengths of 15 to 75 nm is demonstrated. Trisilane was decomposed in a hot solvent in the presence of dodecylamine and gold (Au) nanocrystals. Nanorods form by Au-seeded solution-liquid-solid growth with dodecylamine serving as capping ligands that stabilize the nanorod dispersion. Post-synthesis etching of the Au seeds from the nanorod tips is also demonstrated.