K. Mallick, M. Witcomb, M. Scurrell
Jul 1, 2004
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Journal of Materials Science
Abstract
This study describes a novel and convenient way for the preparation of polymer stabilized colloidal silver by an ultra-violet irradiation technique. Methoxypolyethylene glycol (MPEG) generates free radicals in presence of ultra-violet radiation and acts as the reducing agent towards the silver ion. MPEG also serves as a stabilizer of the silver particles formed.