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| Explains the fundamental physical and chemical principles of microscopic methods (SEM, TEM, AFM), thermal analysis techniques (TG, DTA, DSC), surface characterization (BET, Zetameter), and X-ray methods (XRD, XRF, XPS).\nDefines sample characteristics appropriate for each technique (morphology, thermal stability, surface area, zeta potential, etc.).\nDefines key concepts such as the Electrical Double Layer and the Isoelectric Point for Zeta potential, and explains the stability of colloidal systems. | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Classifies the basic components and functions of SEM, TEM, and AFM instruments (electron gun, vacuum system, lenses, probes).\nExplains the features of thermal analysis instruments like TG, DTA, and DSC in creating different atmospheres and temperature programs.\nClassifies the types of adsorption isotherms (Type I-VI) used in BET surface analysis and the corresponding pore structures.\nExplains fundamental working mechanisms such as Bragg\'s Law in XRD and the Photoelectric Effect in XPS. | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Classifies the basic components and functions of SEM, TEM, and AFM instruments (electron gun, vacuum system, lenses, probes).\nExplains the features of thermal analysis instruments like TG, DTA, and DSC in creating different atmospheres and temperature programs.\nClassifies the types of adsorption isotherms (Type I-VI) used in BET surface analysis and the corresponding pore structures.\nExplains fundamental working mechanisms such as Bragg\'s Law in XRD and the Photoelectric Effect in XPS. | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Interprets morphological images, surface topography, and structural details obtained from SEM, TEM, and AFM.\nCalculates phase transitions, glass transition temperature (Tg), thermal decomposition temperature, and reaction enthalpies using TG/DTA/DSC results.\nInterprets specific surface area and pore size distribution data obtained from BET analysis. Qualitatively/quantitatively elucidates material phases, crystal structures, and crystallite sizes using XRD data; makes inferences about chemical composition and elemental bonding states using XRF and XPS.\nEvaluates all analysis results comparatively and prepares a comprehensive material characterization report. | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
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