Two-Dimensional Materials
Two-dimensional materials are materials that have a thickness of just one or two atomic layers. These materials exhibit unique properties due to their reduced dimensionality, which can lead to enhanced electrical, thermal, and mechanical characteristics. A well-known example of a two-dimensional material is graphene, which is made of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice.
Other examples of two-dimensional materials include transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) and hexagonal boron nitride. These materials are being researched for various applications, including in electronics, photonics, and energy storage. Their unique properties make them promising candidates for future technologies.