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In this chapter, we revise fundamental concepts of surface chemistry and
their link to the rational design of composite materials. While much has
been achieved regarding functional materials, there is still a lot to learn
on how the surface composition of nanomaterials dictates the performance
and activity for nanoparticles. Together with revising some fundamental concepts
brought from classical physical chemistry and binding mechanisms; we also
discuss the next frontiers in nanochemistry for allowing production of superior functional materials.