Practice Key Considerations - 8.3.2 | 8. Lithography and Etching Processes Specific to Compound Semiconductors | Compound Semiconductors
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is etch selectivity?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how materials react during an etching process.

Question 2

Easy

Why is the surface sensitivity of GaAs a concern?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens to metals when they oxidize.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of an etch stop layer in compound semiconductors?

  • To enhance the electrical properties of the substrate
  • To prevent damage to underlying layers during etching
  • To increase the speed of the etching process

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about why we'd want to stop etching at a certain point.

Question 2

True or False: Higher resist bake temperatures are generally preferred when working with InP.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens when you apply too much heat.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a situation where a device fabricated from GaAs fails due to loss of electrical properties, analyze the potential causes focusing on etch considerations.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on the importance of preserving material stability during fabrication.

Question 2

You are tasked to design an etching process for a new compound semiconductor. How would you address surface sensitivity and thermal constraints?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the environmental conditions that materials require for preservation.

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