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Dynamic Light Scattering

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APPLICATIONS

  • Measure particle size / size distribution in liquids

LIMITATIONS

  • Sample with low particle concentration and large size distribution can’t give accurate results
  • Light scattering is very sensitive to larger particles, pre-filtration sometimes is required

Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS

Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS can measure particle size/ size distribution and zeta potential in either aqueous or organic solvent.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Laser wavelength: 633 nm
  • Minimum sample volume: ~1 ml
  • Size range (diameter): 0.6 nm - 6 𝜇m
  • Size range for zeta potential (diameter): 5 nm - 10 𝜇m
  • Molecular weight range: 1000 - 2x107 Daltons
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Rod, K. A., Smith, A. P., Leng, W., Colby, S., Kukkadapu, R. K., Bowden, M., Qafoku, O., Um, W., Hochella, M. F., Jr., Bailey, V. L. and Renslow, R. S. (2020). Water-dispersible nanocolloids and higher temperatures promote the release of carbon from riparian soil. Vadose Zone Journal, 19(1), e20077. https://doi.org/10.1002/vzj2.20077

Introduction to Dynamic Light Scattering by Malvern Panalytical

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