A Facile Fynthesis of ZnS Nanostructures via Liquid-Solid Reactions

Abstract:

Zinc sulfide (ZnS) nanostructures are important materials for many technologies such as sensors, infrared windows, transistors, LED displays, and solar cells. However, many methods of synthesizing ZnS nanostructures are complex and require expensive equipment. In this study, a liquid-solid chemical reaction without surfactant was used to synthesize ZnS at room temperature. In addition, commercial grade zinc oxide (ZnO) particles were used as a precursor. The effect of the addition of acids and inorganic salts were investigated. The products were characterized by field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The results show that the nanoparticles of ZnS were obtained in hydrochloric acid and acetic acid addition. The diameters were in the range of 10 to 20 nm and 50 to 100 nm, respectively. In the case of a sodium chloride salt addition, a ZnS structure was obtained with a particle size of approximately 5 nm and a flake-like morphology.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volume 979)
• Pages: 184-187
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.979.184
• Online since: June 2014
• Authors: Weerachon Phoohinkong*, Thitinat Sukonket, Udomsak Kitthawee
• Keywords: Liquid-Solid Reaction, Zinc Sulfide Nanostructures, ZnS Nanoparticle

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