SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NICKEL DOPPED COBALT OXIDE NANOPARTICLES

Abstract

Nanotechnology is defined as the understanding and control of matter at dimensions of roughly 1–100nm, where unique physical properties make novel applications possible. Using nanotechnology, materials can effectively be made stronger, lighter, more durable, more reactive, more sieve-like, or better electrical conductors, among many other traits. In this project pure and Ni dropped CO 3 O 4 nanoparticles were prepared through hydrothermal method with controlled morphology. We used some characterisation techniques and synthesis methods to identify their structure, morphology and other properties. The SEM results indicated the formation of nanostructures with semi-cubic shape and irregular rods. Parameters such as crystal size, particle size, surface area, as well as morphology of the final product depend on doping.