Free energy of proton transfer at the water-TiO2 interface from ab initio deep potential molecular dynamics
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This study found that water on the anatase (101) surface of TiO2 exists in a dynamic equilibrium of both molecular and dissociated forms, with the molecular form being more stable. A small fraction (5.6%) of water dissociates, forming short-lived hydroxyl groups, through a concerted proton transfer mechanism involving a mediating water molecule.
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Scientists found that when water sits on a special rock, it mostly stays as whole water. But sometimes, a tiny bit breaks into pieces for just a little while, with another water helping it break apart and then quickly fix itself.
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This study uses a novel approach (DNN-based MD) to address a long-standing question about water dissociation on TiO2. The methodology is sound and the results are insightful, providing new understanding of the TiO2-water interface. However, the limitations regarding the accuracy of the DNN potential and the generalizability of the findings prevent a perfect score.
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