Wet Chemical Technique Research Articles

Magnetoelectric coupling caused by strain mediation in hetero-structured spinel-perovskite multiferroic composites

Interfacial coupling in heterostructures of spinel-perovskite nanocomposites, primarily controls the performance of the multiferroic samples, especially in such type of binary structure systems. The interfacial response in this class of composites is a key feature to enhance the magnetoelectric response of the materials. For this purpose, here we synthesized a series of 0.5BiFeO3−0.5Ni0.5Co0.5Fe2O4 by substituting Zn at Co-site in spinel phase, using a facile wet chemical technique. The structural analysis carried out using X-ray diffraction revealed the presence of both the phases. Spherical type agglomerated grains with sharp and distinct grain boundaries were exposed by field emission scanning electron microscopy. Elemental profile was mapped by energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy to confirm the stoichiometric composition of these composites. Improvement in saturation magnetization and remanence with increasing substitution contents was analyzed via vibrating sample magnetometer. In addition, the ferroelectric investigations were carried out to calculate the recoverable energy and energy loss density. Magneto-polarizability investigations uncovered the potential of these composites for multi-state device applications.

Hopeite and scholzite coatings formation on titanium via wet-chemical conversion with controlled temperature

A modified wet-chemical conversion technique with controlled mild temperature has been utilized to prepare zinc phosphate (ZnP) and/or calcium-containing ZnP (Ca-Zn-P) coatings on the surface of pure titanium (Ti). Their X-ray diffractometer (XRD) patterns were indexed to typical hopeite (Zn3(PO4)2·4H2O) and scholzite (CaZn2(PO4)2·2H2O), respectively. The influence of solution temperature on coating composition, microstructure and bonding strength between the coating and substrate was investigated by XRD, field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM) and an acoustic emission scratch tester, respectively. A growth behavior of hopeite and scholzite coating was also explored by morphology evolution within the initial reaction stage. The results indicated that the microstructure and crystal size of the coatings were strongly impacted by solution temperature, while a hopeite or scholzite coating with fine and homogeneous microstructure could be obtained at 55 °C. Moreover, the scholzite crystal represented a radially nucleation-growth pattern through tracking observation of morphology evolution.

Electrochemical Behaviour of Graphene Oxide, Reduced Graphene Oxide and Zinc Oxide Graphene Oxide Composite Material Towards Fabrication of Dye Sensitized Solar Cell

Graphene oxide (GO), reduced graphene oxide (rGO) and zinc oxide incorporated graphene oxide (ZnO-GO) nanoparticles were synthesized by wet-chemical technique. The ZnO-GO nanocomposite was synthesized from prepared graphene oxide. UV-visible and FTIR spectroscopy confirmed the presence of oxygen functionalities on graphene oxide which was reduced to rGO on treatment with the reducing agent. The XRD patterns revealed the formation of graphene oxide with a characteristic peak at 10.6º which shifted to 24º during the formation of rGO. The crystallite size of all the synthesized material was calculated using Scherrer′s formula. The morphological behaviour of all materials was analyzed by scanning electron microscope (SEM). The electrochemical impedance data and Tafel plots suggested that the composite material has low charge transfer resistance (Rct) and hence could act as a conducting material. The photoelectric conversion values, η for GO, rGO and ZnO-GO were calculated as 2.5, 5.7 and 7.5%, respectively and these values signify that the zinc oxide incorporated graphene oxide material has unique properties of electron transport.

Fabrication of an ultra-sensitive para-nitrophenol sensor based on facile Zn-doped Er2O3 nanocomposites via an electrochemical approach

In this study, a semiconductor-doped nanocomposite material (Zn-doped Er2O3 nano-composites) was prepared via a single-step wet-chemical technique at alkaline pH. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), UV/Vis spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy (PL), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (XEDS), and X-ray powder diffractometry (XRD) were applied to determine the structural and morphological properties of the Zn-doped Er2O3 nanocomposite. A thin layer of aggregated Zn-doped Er2O3 nanocomposite was fabricated on the flat surface of a glassy carbon electrode (GCE) with 5% ethanolic Nafion as conducting coating binder for the development of a selective and sensitive p-nitrophenol (para-NP) capturing electrochemical probe for environmental remediation. After the fabrication of the sensor, a novel current-potential (I-V) electrochemical approach was applied to determine its selectivity and sensitivity together with all the necessary analytical parameters against para-NP. Moreover, the calibration plot was found to be linear with the linear dynamic range (LDR) of para-NP concentration. The limit of detection (LOD) at a signal-to-noise ratio of 3 (S/N ∼ 3) and sensitivity were also calculated to be 0.033 ± 0.002 pM and 28.481 × 10-2 μA μM-1 cm-2, respectively, based on the gradient of the calibration plot, and the limit of quantification (LOQ) was determined to be 0.11 ± 0.02 pM. This work demonstrates a well-known approach for the first time that can be used for the development of efficient electrochemical sensors. These sensors based on semiconductor doped nanomaterials embedded onto the GCE for the detection of toxic chemicals in an aqueous system as an environmental remediation. It can be further applied for the analysis of real environmental samples and in the healthcare field.

Catalytic Activity and Kinetic Studies of Core@Shell Nanostructure NiFe2O4@TiO2 for Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange Dye

Current research focuses on synthesis and characterization of magnetically separable core@shell (NiFe2O4@TiO2) nanostructured photocatalyst with different weight percent (10, 20, 30, and 40) TiO2 using simple wet chemical techniques. Magnetic core with TiO2 shell was synthesized by the hydrolysis of TTIP precursor with NiFe2O4 nanoparticles. NiFe2O4 nanoparticles were synthesized by the sol-gel auto combustion method. The synthesized nanostructures were characterized for structural, morphological and magnetic behavior using XRD, TEM, SEM and VSM while the surface area was calculated using Brunauer-Emmett-Teller analyzer. Pure nickel ferrite was indexed as spinel FCC crystal structure while anatase titania was confirmed from the characteristic peaks in the indexed XRD patterns. SEM images show the uniform particle size and spherical morphology with average size of 18.85 nmand#177;2nm. The Surface area of prepared core@shell nanostructures was found as 258 m2/g for 10 wt. % TiO2 photocatalyst. A decrease in surface area has been observed with the increase in TiO2 percentage. The photo-catalytic degradation of MO was studied using UV-Visible spectroscopy under NiFe2O4-TiO2 catalyst. UV-spectra revealed degradation of methyl orange by the decrease in the characteristic peak at 460 nm. Kinetics of degradation reaction were studied by the integral method of analysis using UV absorbance data at 460 nm. The photo-catalytic activity of as synthesized catalyst was enhanced many folds as compared to the pure nickel ferrite. M-H curves obtained from VSM revealed a decrease in the magnetization of nickel ferrite with a coating of non-magnetic TiO2.

Reduced impedance in dual substituted strontium cobaltite nanoparticles for renewable energy applications

Sr1−xBaxCo1−xFexO3−δ (BSCF) nanoparticles were successfully synthesized with three modified wet chemical techniques; composite mediated hydrothermal method (CMHM), without water and surfactants (WOWS) sol-gel and co-precipitation methods. The probable electrical conduction mechanism of synthesized BSCF was explored via complex impedance analysis. Various physicochemical characterization techniques were employed to study the dependence of structure, homogeneity, physical parameters and electrical properties of BSCF on synthesis procedures. X-ray Diffraction (XRD) confirmed the formation of cubic BSCF perovskite structure. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) spectra indicated the presence of the fingerprint region of perovskite (ABO3−δ) structure. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) images revealed uniformly diffused, micro porous and agglomerated morphology. Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA) and Thermogravimetry (TGA) verified the formation of intermediate metal carbonates that were decomposed to the final product. Nyquist plots against frequency (20 Hz–3 MHz) revealed single semi-circular arcs. The arc showed significant grain boundary contribution to total electrical conduction behaviour of BSCF material synthesized by CMHM and co-precipitation methods. Modulus analysis showed the Debye type conductivity relaxation in CMHM synthesized material. The AC conductivity graphs followed Jonscher’s power law. Temperature dependent (RT to 600 °C; 10 kHz) impedances showed decreasing trend that was an indication of thermally activated conduction process. A Correlation was established among structural and electrical conduction properties. Hydrothermally synthesized BSCF samples exhibited minimum impedances and maximum AC conductivity, which makes them a potential candidate for cathode material in (IT-SOFCs) applications.

Catalytic study of efficient nanocomposites {Ni0.5 Zn0.5−x Cex -oxides electrodes} for natural gas-fed fuel cells

Highly catalytic active anode materials are one of the scorching zones in recent solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs). In order to develop high performance SOFCs compatible anode materials are extremely required. In this work, Ni0.5Zn0.5−xCex-oxides (NZC-oxide) nanocomposite anode material is synthesized by employing facile, low cost wet chemical technique. The phase structure before and after CH4 environment is studied by x-ray diffraction (XRD) and Raman spectroscopy. However, no significant structural phase change is observed in Ni0.5Zn0.3Ce0.2-oxides after CH4 treatment. Additional characterizations are investigated by UV-visible spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and Scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The dc electrical conductivities are measure by four probe method. The ideal and suitable Ni0.5 Zn0.3Ce0.2-oxides among all nanocomposites using as anode in fuel cell devices, show maximum power density of 500 mWcm−2 with open circuit voltage (OCV) of 1.0 V at 600 °C. By empowering enhanced catalytic assets of Ni0.5 Zn0.3Ce0.2-oxides nanocomposite anode may be useful for fuel cell applications.

Catalytic Activity and Kinetic Studies of Core@Shell Nanostructure NiFe2O4@TiO2 for Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange Dye

Current research focuses on synthesis and characterization of magnetically separable core@shell (NiFe2O4@TiO2) nanostructured photocatalyst with different weight percent (10, 20, 30, and 40) TiO2 using simple wet chemical techniques. Magnetic core with TiO2 shell was synthesized by the hydrolysis of TTIP precursor with NiFe2O4 nanoparticles. NiFe2O4 nanoparticles were synthesized by the sol-gel auto combustion method. The synthesized nanostructures were characterized for structural, morphological and magnetic behavior using XRD, TEM, SEM and VSM while the surface area was calculated using Brunauer-Emmett-Teller analyzer. Pure nickel ferrite was indexed as spinel FCC crystal structure while anatase titania was confirmed from the characteristic peaks in the indexed XRD patterns. SEM images show the uniform particle size and spherical morphology with average size of 18.85 nmand#177;2nm. The Surface area of prepared core@shell nanostructures was found as 258 m2/g for 10 wt. % TiO2 photocatalyst. A decrease in surface area has been observed with the increase in TiO2 percentage. The photo-catalytic degradation of MO was studied using UV-Visible spectroscopy under NiFe2O4-TiO2 catalyst. UV-spectra revealed degradation of methyl orange by the decrease in the characteristic peak at 460 nm. Kinetics of degradation reaction were studied by the integral method of analysis using UV absorbance data at 460 nm. The photo-catalytic activity of as synthesized catalyst was enhanced many folds as compared to the pure nickel ferrite. M-H curves obtained from VSM revealed a decrease in the magnetization of nickel ferrite with a coating of non-magnetic TiO2.

A non-enzymatic electrochemical approach for l-lactic acid sensor development based on CuO·MWCNT nanocomposites modified with a Nafion matrix

Copper oxide decorated multi-walled carbon nanotube nanocomposites (CuO·MWCNT NCs) were prepared using a simple wet-chemical technique in basic medium.

Preparation and Characterization of Zirconium Oxide-Doped Hydroxyapatite

Various bioceramic materials including zirconia and hydroxyapatite have been developed for various applications. Hydroxyapatite (Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2, HAp) is one of the most interesting features of calcium phosphate-based bioceramic that widely used in various applications especially for bio-application, bone engineering, and dentistry. However, the applications of pristine HAp have limited due to low load bearing applications. The wet chemical precipitation techniques was used to synthesize the solids based on zirconia. Hydroxyapatite and zirconia powder (0-30 weight %) were mixed homogeneously. Structure and morphological were characterized by SEM JEOL-JSM-T330A. The presence of functional group was observed by FTIR. Hardness value of material was measured by using Vickers hardness test measurement. Through this techniques, pure hydroxyapatite precipitate was obtained. Sintering temperature is an important factor that could influence the hardness of zirconia-doped hydroxyapatite. Based on the SEM observation, zirconia-doped hydroxyapatite were developed in blended morphology. FTIR results shows the interaction between hydroxyapatite and zirconia. Increasing zirconia increased the hardness value of zirconia-doped hydroxyapatite. Eventually, these ceramic-based materials could be developed for dental materials applications.

Preparation of intragranular-oxide-strengthened ultrafine-grained tungsten via low-temperature pressureless sintering

In conventional powder metallurgy, tungsten (W) sintering is commonly carried out at over 2000 °C, which inevitably causes undesired grain growth and degraded strength. To address this issue, we introduced a feasible and scalable method to prepare dense and strong W alloys. The process route involved a wet-chemical technique (solution combustion synthesis), by which, uniformly blended W/La2O3 composite powder with a particle diameter of approximately 36 nm was obtained. Subsequently, with the advantage of the high activity of the as-synthesized composite powder, we successfully prepared W–La2O3 alloy with a relative density of 95.0% using pressureless sintering at a temperature as low as 1500 °C. Owing to the low sintering temperature and the pinning effect of the in situ-generated oxide particles on the grain boundaries, the alloy could achieve a grain size of 0.57 μm. With the grain boundary and intragranular-oxide strengthening, the microhardness and compressive strength reached 684.0 HV0.2 and 2119 MPa, respectively, which are comparable to or even higher than those reported in the literature.

Dead in the Water: The Vicious Cycle of Blanks During Natural Level 14 C Manipulation of Marine Algal Cultures

Authentic biomarker standards were obtained from algal cultures in an attempt to accurately determine blank C added during sample processing for compound-specific radiocarbon analysis. Emiliania huxleyi and Thalassiosira pseudonana were grown under manipulated Δ14C dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC) levels and chlorophyll a and either alkenones (E. huxleyi) or low molecular weight (LMW) alkanoic acids (T. pseudonana) were isolated from the respective biomass using preparative liquid chromatography (LC), wet chemical techniques or preparative gas chromatography, respectively. DI14C in the seawater medium was determined pre- and post-growth. Biomarker Δ14C values mostly agree within 1-2 analytical uncertainties. In those cases where biomarker Δ14C values differ significantly, chlorophyll a is up to 104‰ more 14C-depleted than alkenones or LMW alkanoic acids, consistent with a larger LC blank compared to the other purification methods. However, in the majority of experimental setups pre- and post-growth DIC Δ14C values seem to be compromised by an unknown and variable blank C contribution. DIC Δ14C values deviate strongly from the anticipated Δ14C values (by up to ca. 560‰), pre- and post-growth Δ14C values differ significantly (by up to ca. 460‰), and changes are not unidirectional. Accordingly, since the substrate Δ14C value cannot unequivocally be constrained, blank C contributions for the different biomarker purification methods cannot be accurately calculated. This study illustrates the challenges and problems of producing authentic standards that are not readily commercially available and exemplifies how a laborious and time-consuming culturing approach may enter a vicious cycle of blank C contamination hampering accurate blank C determination.

Shape anisotropic colloidal particle fabrication using 2-photon polymerization

HypothesisOur ability to dictate the colloid geometry is intimately related to self-assembly. The synthesis of anisotropic colloidal particles is currently dominated by wet chemistry and lithographic techniques. The wet chemical synthesis offers limited particle geometries at bulk quantities. Lithographic techniques, on the other hand, provide precise control over the particle shape, although at lower yields. In this respect, two-photon polymerization (2PP)112PP – 2 photon polymerization. has attracted growing attention due to its ability to automatically fabricate complex micro/nano structures with high resolution. ExperimentsWe manufacture precisely designed colloids with sizes ranging from 1 µm to 10 µm with 2PP and optimize the process parameters for each dimension. Moreover, we study the shape dependent Brownian motion of these particles with video microscopy and estimate their diffusion coefficients. FindingsWe observe that increasing the geometrical anisotropy leads to a pronounced deviation from the analytically predicted diffusion coefficient for disks with a given aspect ratio. The deviation is attributed to stronger hydrodynamic coupling with increasing anisotropy. We demonstrate, for the first time, 2PP manufacturing of colloids with tailored geometry. This study opens synthesis of colloidal building blocks to a broader audience with limited access to cleanrooms or wet-chemistry know-how.

Intercomparison of nitrous acid (HONO) measurement techniques in a megacity (Beijing)

Abstract. Nitrous acid (HONO) is a key determinant of the daytime radical budget in the daytime boundary layer, with quantitative measurement required to understand OH radical abundance. Accurate and precise measurements of HONO are therefore needed; however HONO is a challenging compound to measure in the field, in particular in a chemically complex and highly polluted environment. Here we report an intercomparison exercise between HONO measurements performed by two wet chemical techniques (the commercially available a long-path absorption photometer (LOPAP) and a custom-built instrument) and two broadband cavity-enhanced absorption spectrophotometer (BBCEAS) instruments at an urban location in Beijing. In addition, we report a comparison of HONO measurements performed by a time-of-flight chemical ionization mass spectrometer (ToF-CIMS) and a selected ion flow tube mass spectrometer (SIFT-MS) to the more established techniques (wet chemical and BBCEAS). The key finding from the current work was that all instruments agree on the temporal trends and variability in HONO (r2 > 0.97), yet they displayed some divergence in absolute concentrations, with the wet chemical methods consistently higher overall than the BBCEAS systems by between 12 % and 39 %. We found no evidence for any systematic bias in any of the instruments, with the exception of measurements near instrument detection limits. The causes of the divergence in absolute HONO concentrations were unclear, and may in part have been due to spatial variability, i.e. differences in instrument location and/or inlet position, but this observation may have been more associative than casual.

Influence of frequency on dielectric and electrical behavior of ZnMn2O4

In this paper we report the influence of frequency on dielectric and electrical properties of ZnMn2O4 spinel from 323 K to 773 K temperature. The ZnMn2O4 spinel was prepared by a wet chemical co-precipitation technique and calcined at 773 K. The real part of permittivity ε′ is found to decrease with increase in frequency whereas, dielectric loss increases with increasing temperature. The Ac conductivity increases with increase in temperature and impedance Z′ is found to decrease with increasing temperature.

Impact of different transition metal ions in the structural, mechanical, optical, chemico-physical and biological properties of nanohydroxyapatite

Pure and metal ions (iron, manganese, cobalt) doped nanosized hydroxyapatite [Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2 or HAP] were prepared by wet-chemical precipitation technique. XRD patterns confirm that all the synthesized samples are single phase HAP. Field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) clearly showed the hexagonal and spherical morphology of the samples. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) confirmed that Fe2+, Mn2+, and Co2+ are substituted in HAP separately, and it also confirmed their oxidation state. The ac conductivity increases with the rise in frequency for all the samples. Among all dopants, 1% Fe doped HAP shows both the highest ac conductivity and the lowest impedance. The ac conductivity of the samples is in the order of 10−6 S/m, and it remains the insulating nature of the pure and doped HAP. The diamagnetic nature of the HAP changed into superparamagnetic due to the addition of dopant. The antibacterial activity of chosen samples depends on the types of bacterial strains and the dopant concentration. Among the different dopants 5% cobalt doped HAP revealed the highest antibacterial activity against Shigella dysenteriae bacteria.

Size-Separation and Self-Assembly of Anisotropic Nanoparticles in a Coffee-Stain Ring

Nanoparticles deposition via droplet drying technique generally leads to a coffee-stain-like ring. In the case of different shapes and sizes of nanoparticles, such ring-like deposits also demonstrate various phases within the self-assembly superstructures. For broad spectrum sizes in suspension, size-separation effect has not been considered before. Herein, polydisperse gold anisotropic nanoparticles have been prepared via wet chemical synthesis technique. High-resolution scanning electron microscopy (HRSEM) at various positions of a coffee-stain ring displayed both size-separation and self-assembly of nanoparticles. Especially at the outer edges of a ring-like deposit, side-by-side organized arrays of anisotropic nanoparticles have been observed. Likewise, such ordered arrays generally begin with thin nanorods and the width of nanoparticles increases as one moves inward within such arrays. Also, assembly of deposited arrays is more orderly arranged at the periphery of the ring, whereas such order significantly decreases at the interior region of the ring. Furthermore, it has been observed for a mixture of thick–thin nanorods and spheres that only thick nanorods self-assemble into ordered arrays whereas thin rod-sphere was found disordered everywhere within the ring. Nanoscale interactions are quantified for these systems to understand self-assembly behavior of such anisotropic nanoparticles.

Lignin-based resins for kraft paper applications

We investigated miscanthus (MS) and willow (W) lignin-furfural based resins as potential reinforcement agents on softwood and hardwood kraft paper. These resins might be sustainable alternatives to the commercial phenol-formaldehyde (PF) resins. Phenol is a petrochemical product and formaldehyde has been classified as a carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The lignin used in this study was derived from hot water extraction (160ºC, 2 h) of MS and W biomass, and may be considered sulfur-free. These biorefinery lignins were characterized for their chemical composition and inherent properties via wet chemistry and instrumental techniques. The resin blends (MS-resin and W-resin) were characterized for their molecular weight, thermal behavior, and mechanical properties. Mechanical properties were measured by the resin’s ability to reinforce softwood and hardwood kraft papers. The effect of adding hexamethylenetetramine (HMTA), a curing agent, to the resin was also examined. Mixtures of PF and lignin-based resins were investigated to further explore ways to reduce use of nonrenewables, phenol, and carcinogenic formaldehyde. The results show that lignin-based resins have the potential to replace PF resins in kraft paper applications. For softwood paper, the highest strength was achieved using W-resin, without HMTA (2.5 times greater than PF with HMTA). For hardwood paper, MS-resin with HMTA gave the highest strength (2.3 times higher than PF with HMTA). The lignin-based resins, without HMTA, also yielded mechanical properties comparable to PF with HMTA.

Online supercritical fluid extraction and chromatography of biomarkers analysis in aqueous samples for in situ planetary applications.

Sensitive and robust in situ chemical analysis of organic biomarkers is essential in the endeavor of finding chemical signatures of life either extinct or extant on our solar system bodies such as Europa, Enceladus, or Titan. Development of new analytical instruments and accompanying methodologiesare needed, especially those that are compatible with unknown and diverse samples potentially found on solar system targets and that avoid complexities involved with other wet chemistry techniques (desalting, derivatization and contamination issues, etc.). In this study, we demonstrate that online supercritical fluid extraction and supercritical fluid chromatography with water-saturated CO2 can extract and separate nonpolar analytes of astrobiological interest, such as free fatty acids, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and polycyclic aromatic compounds containing nitrogen or sulfur. Silica was used as a support material to immobilize aqueous samples during extraction. A C18 stationary phase with an embedded polar functional group and efficient end-capping in combination with water in the mobile phase allowed efficient separation of both free fatty acids and basic compounds. The total analysis time was 30min, including extraction, equilibration, and separation. Detection was performed with a UV detector and a quadrupole mass spectrometer equipped with electrospray ionization. The method was validated in terms of lower detection limits (0.02-40μg/L), precision (repeatability 3-13%), relative standard deviation (RSD), intermediate precision 4-26% (RSD), trueness (bias ranging from - 48 to 9%), and retention time shifts (< 2% RSD) for 16 analytes in sample matrices with sodium chloride and magnesium sulfate that may be present in ocean worlds such as Europa or Enceladus. Graphical Abstract.

Synthesis of gold nanostructures using wet chemical deposition in SiO2/Si template

The size and interposition of particles is a key parameter for the practical application of metallic nanostructures which requires the development of a synthesis method with precise control over their parameters. In this work the method for the synthesis of gold nanostructures in the pores of silicon dioxide from a gold sulfite complex and a gold chloride solution via wet chemistry technique was proposed. The influence of deposition parameters, such as deposition temperature and electrolyte composition, on the deposit morphology was studied. It was shown that gold agglomerates were unevenly distributed over the silicon surface at high temperatures and practically uniformly distributed with temperature decrease. Addition of fluoric acid at the deposition stage defines the metal precipitation selectivity into the silicon oxide pores. The peculiarities of gold nanostructures formation mechanism were discussed.