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Nano Silver Vanadate AgVO3 : Synthesis, New Functionalities and Applications.
Ana Paula de Melo Monteiro1, Raphael Dias Holtz1, Leandro Carneiro Fonseca1
1Laboratory of Solid State Chemistry (LQES)and NanoBioss Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, P.O. Box 6154, Campinas, SaoPaulo, 13083-970, Brazil.
Chemical Record (New York, N.Y.)
|January 12, 2018
Summary
Nanosilver vanadates offer unique properties for diverse applications. This review covers their synthesis, characteristics, and use in electronics, catalysis, and antibacterial agents.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Inorganic Chemistry
Background:
- Silver vanadates exhibit notable properties, driving research into their applications.
- Nanostructured silver vanadates are of particular interest due to enhanced characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the synthesis methods for nanosilver vanadates.
- To discuss the properties and applications of nanosilver vanadates.
- To highlight recent advancements in the field.
Main Methods:
- Precipitation
- Thermal decomposition
- Hydrothermal treatment
- Sol-gel synthesis
Main Results:
- Controlled synthesis of nanosilver vanadates is achievable through various techniques.
- Nanosilver vanadates show potential in electronic devices, catalysis, and as antibacterial agents.
- The review consolidates current knowledge on nanosilver vanadate synthesis, properties, and applications.
Conclusions:
- Nanosilver vanadates are versatile materials with significant industrial and biomedical potential.
- Continued research into nanosilver vanadate synthesis and applications is warranted.
- This review provides a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art in nanostructured silver vanadates.
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