Abstract
We have synthesized mesoporous silica SBA-16 at room temperature and low pH condition by using the surfactant system C8TMAB/SDS/F127 as template. Faceted single crystals of rhombdodecahedron form can be obtained under well-controlled conditions. Synthetic factors in controlling the morphology, including stirring, water content, the ionic surfactants and acidity are explored. A schematic theory for the formation of the equilibrium crystal structure based on surface roughening transition is proposed to explain the formation of faceted single crystal.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 241-249 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Microporous and Mesoporous Materials |
Volume | 81 |
Issue number | 1-3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 6 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- F127
- Faceted crystal
- Mesoporous
- Molecular sieves
- SBA-16
- Surface roughening
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Chemistry
- General Materials Science
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Mechanics of Materials