Synthesis, Characterization and Electrical Properties of ZnFe2O4 Nanoparticles

Abstract

Zinc ferrite (ZnFe2O4) nanoparticles were prepared by combustion method. The FT-IR, XRD and SEM with EDS were used to characterize the prepared sample. The characterization results confirm the successful synthesis of ZnFe2O4 nanoparticles with the particle size range of 24 – 30 nm. The temperature dependent DC conductivity of the sample has been studied in the temperature range 30-175 °C and AC conductivity was investigated between the frequencies of 10 Hz and 10 MHz. DC conductivity of the sample was increased while increasing temperature and AC conductivity was increased as the frequency increased.