P-type substrate of having Miller index of (100) and (111)

In summary, the Miller index is used to describe the orientation of a crystal plane in a material, and for a P-type substrate, it can provide information about surface arrangement and electronic properties. The (100) and (111) Miller indices represent different orientations, resulting in variations in surface properties and electronic behavior. P-type substrates with these indices are commonly used in semiconductor devices, solar cells, and sensors. The Miller index can also affect the bandgap energy of the material, with (100) surfaces potentially having a larger bandgap than (111) surfaces. Techniques such as chemical vapor deposition and molecular beam epitaxy can be used to grow P-type substrates with these Miller indices.
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what is the obvios differences between p-type substrate of having Miller index of (100) and (111), beside (111) plane have higher atom density?
 
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kimmylsm said:
what is the obvios differences between p-type substrate of having Miller index of (100) and (111), beside (111) plane have higher atom density?

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It is deposition thin film on the p-substrate.Does plane (111) or (100) of p-type subsrate affect the structural properties of thin film deposited?
 

Related to P-type substrate of having Miller index of (100) and (111)

1. What is the significance of the Miller index for a P-type substrate?

The Miller index is used to describe the orientation of a crystal plane in a material. For a P-type substrate, the Miller index can provide information about the arrangement of atoms on the surface, which can affect the electronic properties of the material.

2. How does the Miller index (100) differ from (111) for a P-type substrate?

The Miller index (100) represents a crystal plane that is perpendicular to the substrate surface, while (111) represents a plane that is tilted at an angle of 54.7 degrees. This difference in orientation can result in variations in the surface properties and electronic behavior of the material.

3. What are some common applications of P-type substrates with Miller index (100) and (111)?

P-type substrates with Miller index (100) and (111) are commonly used in semiconductor devices, such as transistors and diodes. They can also be used in solar cells, sensors, and other electronic components.

4. How does the Miller index of a P-type substrate affect its bandgap energy?

The Miller index of a P-type substrate can impact the bandgap energy of the material by influencing the arrangement of atoms and their interactions. For example, (100) surfaces may have a larger bandgap than (111) surfaces due to their different orientations and atomic arrangements.

5. What techniques are used to grow P-type substrates with Miller index (100) and (111)?

P-type substrates with Miller index (100) and (111) can be grown using various techniques, such as chemical vapor deposition, molecular beam epitaxy, and physical vapor deposition. These techniques involve depositing layers of atoms onto a surface to form a crystal structure with the desired orientation and Miller index.

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