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3. Crystal Structures and Properties of Compound Semiconductors

The chapter delves into the crystal structures of compound semiconductors and their distinct properties compared to elemental semiconductors like silicon. It highlights the role these structures play in influencing crucial characteristics such as bandgap type, carrier mobility, and thermal properties. The discussion encompasses various crystalline forms including Zinc Blende and Wurtzite, as well as methods for crystal growth, ultimately emphasizing the unique applications enabled by these materials in high-efficiency devices.

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  • 3

    Crystal Structures And Properties Of Compound Semiconductors

    This section discusses how the crystal structures of compound semiconductors differ from elemental semiconductors and how these differences impact their properties and applications.

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  • 3.1

    Introduction

    This section introduces compound semiconductors and their unique crystal structures, emphasizing their influence on electrical and optical properties.

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  • 3.2

    Problem Statement

    Compound semiconductors exhibit superior optical and high-frequency performance over elemental semiconductors, influenced by their crystal structures.

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  • 3.3

    Common Crystal Structures In Compound Semiconductors

    This section covers common crystal structures found in compound semiconductors, detailing their unique properties, examples, and applications.

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  • 3.4

    Comparison With Elemental Semiconductors (E.g., Silicon)

    This section compares the properties of compound semiconductors with elemental semiconductors, particularly silicon.

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  • 3.5

    Influence Of Crystal Structure On Electronic Properties

    The crystal structure of semiconductors directly affects their electronic properties, such as bandgap type, defect density, and carrier mobility.

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  • 3.6

    Material Property Table By Crystal Structure

    This section provides a concise overview of different compound semiconductors and their properties based on crystal structure.

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  • 3.7

    Crystal Growth Methods For Compound Semiconductors

    This section describes various methods used for the growth of compound semiconductors, including MOCVD, MBE, and bulk growth techniques.

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  • 3.8

    Conclusion

    The conclusion emphasizes the superior electronic and optical properties of compound semiconductors due to their unique crystal structures.

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References

eepe-cs3.pdf

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