Question

Match the following in the context of biomaterial characterization: 

• A. P–L, Q–N, R–K, S–M
• B. P–N, Q–M, R–K, S–L
• C. P–N, Q–K, R–L, S–M
• D. P–M, Q–K, R–N, S–L

Hint:

Different surface characterization techniques are used to analyze various properties like elemental composition, roughness, and functional groups.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To match the surface characterization techniques with their surface properties, we need to understand the specific properties each technique evaluates: 1. Scanning electron microscopy (P): This technique provides high-resolution images of surfaces, primarily used for analyzing topography (the detailed surface structure). Thus, P–N is the correct match.
2. Fourier-transform Infrared spectroscopy (Q): FTIR is used to identify functional groups in materials by analyzing absorption spectra. Therefore, Q–M is the correct match.
3. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (R): XPS is used to determine the elemental composition of surfaces by analyzing the emitted photoelectrons. Hence, R–K is the correct match.
4. Atomic force microscopy (S): AFM is primarily used to measure roughness and the topography of surfaces on the nanoscale. Thus, S–L is the correct match.
Therefore, the correct answer is (B).