All You Should Know About Nickel Oxide Powder

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The demand of the nano materials less than 100 nm is increasing in many fields. After number of researches it is been found that the nano particles and nano powders are being used in study of physics, cosmetics, biology, mechanical engineering, toxicology, optical components, polymer science, and chemistry.

The nano particles such as nickel oxide powder possess efficient properties to be used in various applications. This powder is green in color, and is known to be toxic in nature. The chemical symbol is NiO, the composition in the compound is 79% nickel and 21% oxygen.

The human skin can get allergic reactions with the powder. In addition, the powder is dangerous to many organs of the human body, and is also dangerous to our aquatic life. Therefore, much exposure should be avoided.

How is nickel oxide powder manufactured?

This powder is generated through a method called thermal decomposition. Here, fresh nickel hydroxife is decomposed using the sol gel route. Later, a method known as x ray diffractometer is used to form the powder.

Uses of nickel oxide powder

There is wide range of applications where nickel oxide powder material is used. The common uses of the powder are in coloring agents and optical filters, as catalysts agents and in aerospace materials.

The powder is even used in textiles, plastics and electrochromic coatings, ceramic structures, conductive films and in windows with energy efficient features. The powder form of nickel oxide is even used in sensors which in turn can be used for various purposes.