Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles, 2-6nm(TEM), 1 mg/mL, 5 mlProduct Type: Inorganic nanomaterial dispersion
Research-grade laboratory product
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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How does the TEM-measured particle size of 2–6 nm relate to the effective hydrodynamic size of cerium oxide nanoparticles in aqueous dispersion?
The TEM size reflects the dry crystalline core diameter, which is 2–6 nm as specified for this product. In aqueous dispersion, the hydrodynamic diameter is typically larger due to the hydration layer and potential clustering. For catalytic or biological applications, dynamic light scattering (DLS) should be used to determine the in-solution size distribution, as the supplied 1 mg/mL concentration in ultrapure water is designed to minimize aggregation.
Can this cerium oxide nanoparticle dispersion be directly diluted into cell culture media or high-ionic-strength buffers?
The dispersion is provided in ultrapure water at 1 mg/mL, which is a low-ionic-strength environment. Direct dilution into cell culture media or buffers containing salts may cause charge screening and aggregation of the 2–6 nm particles. Compatibility should be verified by small-scale dilution tests with particle size and zeta potential monitoring prior to full-scale experiments.
What storage conditions are recommended to maintain the colloidal stability of 2–6 nm cerium oxide nanoparticles in water?
Store the dispersion in a cool, dark place (e.g., 2–8°C) and avoid freezing. Protect the product from light to prevent photo-induced degradation. The 5 mL package should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination, and the dispersion should be used within a reasonable timeframe after opening.
This cerium oxide nanoparticle dispersion at 1 mg/mL in ultrapure water with a TEM-verified size range of 2–6 nm is suitable for high-surface-area and low-contamination research applications, but the fixed 5 mL volume and aqueous-only solvent impose scalability and solvent compatibility constraints.
Positive
- TEM-verified particle size range: Size determined by TEM from 2 to 6 nm provides a well-characterized nanomaterial for reproducible experimental outcomes.
- Ultrapure water solvent: The use of ultrapure water as dispersion medium minimizes background contamination for sensitive analytical and biological assays.
Trade-offs
- Small package volume: The 5 mL package size limits the total nanoparticle mass per unit, requiring multiple purchases for larger-scale experiments or extended replicates.
- Aqueous solvent only: The product is dispersed in ultrapure water only, restricting direct use in non-aqueous or organic-phase systems without additional processing steps.
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