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The solution-phase synthesis by chemical transformation from reactive templates has proved to be very effective in morphology-controlled synthesis of inorganic nanostructures. This review paper summarizes the recent progress in solution-phase synthesis of one-dimensional and hollow inorganic nanostructures via reactive templates, focusing on the approaches developed in our lab. The formation mechanisms based on reactive templates are discussed in depth to show the general concepts for the preparation processes. An outlook on the future development in this area is also presented.
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Huang, T., Qi, L. Solution-phase synthesis of inorganic nanostructures by chemical transformation from reactive templates. Sci. China Chem. 53, 365–371 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11426-010-0041-z
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