EtOH induced formation of nanographite fractions and their reorganization on nanostructured CeO2 films

► MWCNTs were deposited from solution phase onto the nanostructured CeO2 films. ► Nanographite fractions are existed in the solution and on the surface. ► Nanographite fractions are deposited into the valleys between the CeO2 islands. ► Selective pattern of nanographite was formed. ► Formation of nanographite layers depends on the morphology of CeO2 nanostructures.