Thermal Decomposition Method

Bottom-Up approach
Category General
Difficulty Level Normal
Audience Level General
Description Top-down and bottom-up methods are two approaches used in nanofabrication. In this course, synthesis techniques which are known as bottom-up approach are presented.
Overview
Bottom-up approach means a view from bottom(smaller) to top or up(larger). In this technique, a nanometric structure is formed by using methods of assembly or self-assembly. For example: all cells use enzymes to create DNA by taking constituent molecules and binding them together to make the final component. Moreover, the bottom-up approach provides the possibility for creating hierarchical and ordered nanostructures because of physicochemical interactions and self-assembly of molecules.

Booklet
Description
 It starts with a description of non-reversible chemical decomposition, talks about precursors, different approaches, nano-synthesis, and ends with a brief conclusion.
Mental Challenge
 Does thermolysis mean that “heat” results in the synthesis of nano? How?
Quizzes and Activities
 Activity: Name the advantages and disadvantages of thermal decomposition
Further Reading Sources

1.  https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/chemistry/thermolysis

2.  https://link.springer.com/referenceworkentry/10.1007/978-3-642-11274-4_1581