Practice Photolithography Basics (8.3.1) - Lithography and Etching Processes Specific to Compound Semiconductors
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Photolithography Basics

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Question 1 Easy

What are the main steps in photolithography?

💡 Hint: Think of the three major actions performed in order.

Question 2 Easy

Why do we need lower thermal budgets for compound semiconductors?

💡 Hint: Consider how heat might affect delicate materials.

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Question 1

What is the first step in photolithography?

Develop photoresist
Coat the wafer
Align the mask

💡 Hint: Think about what is applied to the wafer before any exposure.

Question 2

True or False: Higher thermal budgets are necessary for compound semiconductors during photolithography.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of high temperatures.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a photolithography process for a compound semiconductor device. Include considerations for the type of masks and the thermal constraints you would need to implement.

💡 Hint: Refer back to challenges discussed regarding etch selectivity and material sensitivity.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the impact of oxidation on the photolithography process for InP. How would you mitigate this risk during device fabrication?

💡 Hint: Consider environments that can protect sensitive materials from oxidation.

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