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Shape control of nanocrystals has become a significant subject in materials science. In this work, we describe a convenient way to achieve morphology-controllable synthesis of CoO nanocrystals including octahedrons and spheres as well as LiCoO2 polyhedrons and spheres. In particular, we explain the formation of CoO octahedrons exposing only high-energy (111) facets using theoretical calculations; these should also be a useful tool for directing future face-controlled preparation of other nanocrystals. More importantly, the as-obtained LiCoO2 nanocrystals showed different electrochemical performance depending on their morphology, indicating that Li-insertion/deintercalation dynamics might be crystal face-sensitive.
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Wang, D., Ma, X., Wang, Y. et al. Shape control of CoO and LiCoO2 nanocrystals. Nano Res. 3, 1–7 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-010-1001-9
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