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Molecular Aspects of Catalysts and Surfaces
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:35:18
Abstract
Basic elements of surface science important for materials and catalysis research. Physical and chemical methods important for research in surface science, material science and catalysis are considered and their application is demonstrated on practical examples.
Objective
Basic aspects of surface science. Understanding of principles of most important experimental methods used in research concerned with surface science, material science and catalysis.
Content
Methods which are covered embrace: Gas adsorption and surface area analysis, IR-Spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, X-ray absorption, solid state NMR, Electron Microscopy and others.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- nicht-programmierbarer Taschenrechner / non-programmable Calculator
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise |
Molecular Aspects of Catalysts and Surfaces
In addition to the lecture, there wil be an laboratory exercise class on some Mondays from 10-11. Students will be informed at the beginning of the semester.
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4 h weekly |