Thermodynamic Study of the Reactivity of the Two Topological Point Defects Present in Mixed Self‐Assembled Monolayers on Gold Nanoparticles

Abstract

When a mixed self-assembled monolayer forms on the curved surface of a gold nanoparticle two opposed point defects must form for topological reasons. Here we present a thermodyn amic study proving that these defects are more reactive than other sites on the nanoparticle, and demonstrate that the energy of the react ion depends on the ligand molecules (see figure). Detailed facts of importance to specialist readers are published as ”Supporting Information”. Such documents are peer-reviewed, but not copy-edited or typeset. They are made available as submitted by the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.