5.2.2 - X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
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Practice Questions
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What does XRD stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the process of analyzing materials using X-rays.
Name one application of XRD.
💡 Hint: Consider what XRD helps to determine in solid materials.
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What does the Scherrer equation estimate?
💡 Hint: What aspect of the diffraction peaks does it relate to?
True or False: XRD is only used to determine crystal purities.
💡 Hint: Consider the broader applications of XRD.
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Challenge Problems
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You are analyzing a new nanomaterial using XRD and observe multiple unexpected peaks along with the main peak in your diffraction pattern. How would you interpret these results?
💡 Hint: Consider what unexpected peaks typically indicate.
A researcher is trying to optimize a catalyst by controlling its crystallite size using XRD measurements. They notice the peaks are becoming broader. What does this mean in terms of crystallite size?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the relationship between peak width and crystallite size.
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