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Gold nanoparticles as catalysts for polymerization of alkylsilanes to siloxane, nanowires, filaments, and tubes

Authors :
Prasad, B.L.V.
Stoeva, Savka I.
Sorensen, Christopher M.
Zaikovski, Vladimir
Klabunde, Kenneth J.
Source :
Journal of the American Chemical Society. Sept 3, 2003, Vol. 125 Issue 35
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

A unique polymerization reaction involving alkylsilanes and water catalyzed by gold nanoparticle surfaces is reported. A simple reflux reaction is used to prepare a large quantity of siloxane, nanowires, filaments, and tubes.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00027863
Volume :
125
Issue :
35
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of the American Chemical Society
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.123656286