Preparation of Ag2S Nanocrystals of Predictable Shape and Size

In control! Ag2S nanocrystals of predictable size and shape were synthesized from the precursor Ag(SCOPh) in the presence of an amine. Careful tuning of several parameters, such as the reaction temperature and the ratio of amine to precursor, led to Ag2S nanocrystals of varying morphology (red: nanocubes; blue: faceted nanocrystals; yellow: nanorods) and size. x=particle size. HDA=hexadecylamine. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2004/z460566_s.pdf or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.