A complete explanation of the plasmonic colours of gold nanoparticles and of the bichromatic effect
Olivier Pluchery, Yoann Prado, William L. Watkins
Abstract
Gold nanoparticles are known for their red or violet colours in transmission related to the localized plasmon resonance. They can sometimes generate an orange colour in reflection. These properties make them a new type of colouring pigment.
Topics & Concepts
PlasmonSurface plasmon resonanceColloidal goldOrange (colour)NanoparticlePigmentReflection (computer programming)OpticsMaterials scienceOptoelectronicsNanotechnologyChemistryPhysicsComputer scienceOrganic chemistryProgramming languageGold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applicationsmelanin and skin pigmentationPlasmonic and Surface Plasmon Research