Synthesis and Characterization of MoSe2 and WSe2 Nanoclusters
The synthesis, characterization, absorption, and emission spectra of MoSe2
and WSe2 nanoclusters are reported. These nanoclusters are about 3.5-6 nm (
MoSe2, see graphic) and 4-7 nm (WSe2) in diameter, as measured by TEM imagi
ng. The particles are strongly quantum confined and highly anisotropic. Ele
ctron diffraction results indicate that they are three-atoms thick, consist
ing of a single two-dimensional Se-MoSe or Se-W-Se trilayer.