Table 1.
Physical characteristics of NiO and Ni(OH)2 NPs. Data are expressed as mean ± SD.
Characteristic | NiO | Ni(OH)2 |
---|---|---|
APS * (nm) | 16.1 ± 4.8 | 15.2 ± 4.9 |
SSA ** (m2/g) | 73.5 | 103.2 |
Apparent morphology | Aggregated nanograins | Flakey aggregate |
PZC *** (pH) | 8.7 | 7.9 |
Zeta potential (mV) | 29.1 ± 0.8 | 35.8 ± 0.7 |
* APS, approximate physical size, ** SSA denotes specific surface area. *** PZC, point of zero charge is defined as the pH value at which the surface is electrostatically neutral.