Characteristics of Transition Metal Oxides

Transition metal oxidesTransition metal oxides (TMOs) are the oxides of d-block elements in the periodic tablePeriodic table with partially filled d-sub-shell. They have attracted the research community with their unique and fabulous properties such as magnetic, opticalOptical and electrochemical. The novel properties have envisaged them in many practical applicationsApplications such as energy storageEnergy storage (e.g., supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, etc.)Lithium-ion batteries, nonvolatile memory devices, sensorsSensors, solar cellsSolar cells and infraredInfrared detectors. The ability to modulate the physical as well as chemical properties helps in designingDesigning novel devices with tunable properties and hence enhances the industrial importances. This chapter mainly focusses on discussing the characteristics of TMOsTransition metal oxides including physical, chemical, surface, electronic, magnetic, opticalOptical, thermoelectric, electrochemical, etc. SynthesisSynthesis techniques for TMOsTransition metal oxides are discussed in detail. The environmental impact of these materials along with their potential applicationsApplications is also included.