Validity of hrydrogen model for Diamond semiconductors

In summary, the hydrogen model for diamond semiconductors proposes that the introduction of hydrogen atoms into diamond crystals can alter their electrical properties, making them semiconductors. This is due to the creation of holes in the crystal lattice, which act as charge carriers. The hydrogen model is widely accepted in the scientific community and has been applied to other semiconductors with some success. However, there are limitations and criticisms of the model, such as difficulties in controlling the placement of hydrogen atoms and its ability to fully explain all aspects of diamond semiconductor behavior.
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Validity of hydrogen model for Diamond semiconductors

Hi

I've calculated the shallow impurity binding energy for diamond for an experiment I'm doing.. I'm just wondering how valid is hydrogen model for this? We assume that the free electron and donar nucleus can be modeled as a proton-electron hydrogen like situation then calculate the energy Eigenvalues to determine the binding energy..

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No one knows about diamond semiconductors?
 

Related to Validity of hrydrogen model for Diamond semiconductors

1. What is the hydrogen model for diamond semiconductors?

The hydrogen model for diamond semiconductors proposes that hydrogen atoms can be introduced into diamond crystals to create impurities that can alter the electrical properties of the diamond, making it a semiconductor.

2. How does the hydrogen model explain the conductivity of diamond semiconductors?

According to the hydrogen model, when a hydrogen atom is introduced into a diamond crystal, it takes the place of a carbon atom, creating a "hole" in the crystal lattice. These holes can act as charge carriers, making the diamond a semiconductor.

3. Is the hydrogen model widely accepted in the scientific community?

Yes, the hydrogen model has been extensively studied and is widely accepted as a valid explanation for the conductivity of diamond semiconductors.

4. Can the hydrogen model be applied to other semiconductors?

While the hydrogen model was originally proposed for diamond semiconductors, it has also been applied to other semiconductors, such as silicon and germanium, with some success.

5. Are there any limitations or criticisms of the hydrogen model for diamond semiconductors?

Some limitations of the hydrogen model include difficulties in controlling the exact placement of hydrogen atoms in the crystal lattice and variations in the electrical properties of diamond samples. There have also been criticisms of the model's ability to fully explain all aspects of diamond semiconductor behavior.

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