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Different shaped nanocrystals

transmission electron microscope image of octapods and tripods

This transmission electron microscope image shows octapods (not quite square) and tripods (three arms), grown using surfactants to control the shapes.

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Rights: Dr Richard Tilley
Published: 30 May 2008Size: 28.01 KB
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