摘要

Arrays of TiOF2 nanotubes of the diameters ca. 100 nm were successfully prepared by the anodization of a titanium foil in an aqueous electrolyte containing fluoride anion. Scanning electron microscope observation of the surface of TiOF2 arrays was performed, but the surface was charged, so no clear image was obtained. Meanwhile, when the specimen was pretreated with an ionic liquid, a clear surface image could be observed, and the degree of clarity corresponded to its ion conductivity. This result indicates that the advantage of using an ionic liquid for visualizing nanomaterials.

  • 出版日期2013-1