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Scientists have recently developed a one-atom-thick sheet of gold named ‘Goldene’.

Goldene
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About the Goldene:

  • It forms a semiconductor layer about 100 nanometers thick.
  • It is crafted by embedding a monolayer of silicon between layers of titanium carbide and subsequently depositing gold onto this structure.
    • This arrangement forms a sandwich structure.

Applications:

  • Catalyst: It can function effectively as a catalyst.
  • Hydrogen Production: Useful for hydrogen production.
  • Carbon Dioxide Conversion: Effective in CO2 conversion.
  • Water Purification: Can be employed for water purification purposes.

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