Nitrogen Impurities Detonation NDs contain N impurities devised from explosives. The majority of them are optically inactive, but 5nm ND containing NV color centers remains an important goal.
Lattice Quality High quality Lattice ensures strength and mechanical/chemical stability of the particle. This can enhance or degrade signatures from color centers depending on the quality.
Size and Shape Primary particles of DND are 4-5 nm with a spherical shape. Uses stem from a high specific surface area dependent on the size. Well controlled size and shape ensure reproducible behavior in applications.
Non-Diamond Carbon Content
Residual amorphous carbon after post-synthesis oxydation and induced graphitization from milling can degrade colloidal stability and requires further purification depending on the application.
Surface Chemistry This dictates colloidal stability, solvent compatibility, and the end use. Uniformity can be highly variable depending on the purification process.
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