Abstract

The Kelvin-probe method is utilized to measure the work function of a single-crystal aluminum covered with palladium clusters. It is found that formation of interface dipoles occurs by charge transfer from Al 2 O 3 to Pd clusters, particularly for those less than 2 nm in diameter. These results provide valuable clue to the understanding of metal-support electronic interactions, which is important in catalysis.

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