Droplet-based in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy cell for studying crystallization processes at the tender X-ray energy range.

ABSTRACT: The understanding of nucleation and crystallization is fundamental in science and technology. In solution, these processes are complex involving multiple transformations from ions and ion pairs through amorphous intermediates to multiple crystalline phases. X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), which is sensitive to liquid, amorphous and crystalline phases offers prospects of demystifying these processes. However, for low Z elements the use of in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy requires the tender X-ray range, which is often limited by vacuum requirements thereby complicating these measurements. To overcome these challenges, we developed a versatile and user-friendly droplet-based in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy cell for studying crystallization processes. Time-resolv

SUBMITTER: Xto J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9073857 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature