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Photophysics and photochemistry of quantized ZnO colloids

Journal Article · · Journal of Physical Chemistry
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  1. Univ. of Notre Dame, IN (United States)

The photophysical and photochemical behavior of quantized ZnO colloids in ethanol has been investigated by time-resolved transient absorption and emission measurements. Trapping of electrons at the ZnO surface resulted in broad absorption in the red region. The green emission of ZnO colloids was readily quenched by hole scavengers such as SCN{sup -} and I{sup -}. The photoinduced charge transfer to these hole scavengers was studied by laser flash photolysis. The yield of oxidized product increased considerably when ZnO colloids were coupled with ZnSe. 36 refs., 11 figs., 1 tab.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
468102
Journal Information:
Journal of Physical Chemistry, Journal Name: Journal of Physical Chemistry Journal Issue: 16 Vol. 96; ISSN JPCHAX; ISSN 0022-3654
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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