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In the polyol synthesis, ethylene glycol acts as both the solvent and the reducing agent.  The source of Ag is from AgNO_3 that is dissolved in ethylene glycol.  Structure-directing agents, typically polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), are added to prevent aggregation of nanocrystals and direct their shape.  The typical reaction temperature is 150 \textdegree \degree  C, although it can vary for different nanocrystal shapes. \subsection{Goal and Objectives}