Figure 1. Model representation of the distribution of additives with larger and smaller particle diameters within a polymer with comparative representation of crack formation and propagation (left). Covalent between nanoparticle and polymer through functionalized surfaces (right)

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Made to measure: Easy Synthesis and Characterization of Nanocomposites with Tailored Functionalities for Chemistry Education

Reza Saadat, Björn Bartram, Timm Wilke

World Journal of Chemical Education. 2019, 7(2), 65-71 doi:10.12691/wjce-7-2-5