In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation of Sol-Gel Derived TiO₂ Coatings Based on a Variety of Precursors and Synthesis Conditions

Figure 2

Raman spectra and SEM-EDX mapping images of elements’ distribution in pure stainless steel ((a), (b)) and titania dioxide coatings ((c), (d), (e), (f), (g), and (h)). The bands were marked by (A, B, C) at the spectra.

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