Monolayer

(Study monolayers with KSV LB Troughs)

Definition:

One molecule thick film or layer of closely packed atoms or molecules.

Summary/Description:

A monolayer is a single, closely packed film or layer of atoms or molecules at an interface. The monolayer can be located on a solid surface or floating on a gas/liquid interface. Monolayers are extensively studied nowadays because of they are the source of high expectations as being useful components in many practical and commercial applications such as sensors, detectors, displays and electronic circuit components. The possibility to synthesize organic molecules and the development of novel new inorganic materials, almost without limitations, with desired structure and functionality enables the production of electrically, optically and biologically active components on a nanometer scale.