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Size and shape effects on the band gap of semiconductor compound nanomaterials

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: The size- and shape-dependent band gap energy of semiconductor compound nanomaterials (SCNs) is formulated. The model theory is based on the cohesive energy of the nanocrystals compared to the bulk crystals. We have considered CdSe, CdTe, ZnS, ZnSe and ZnTe semiconductors compounds for the study of size- and shape-dependent band gap energy. It is found that the band gap energy of SCN depends upon the particle size and shape. The model predicts that the band gap energy increases as particle size of the semiconductor nanomaterials decreases. The results obtained are compared with the available experimental data, which support the validity of the model reported.

Source: Journal of Taibah University for Science

DOI: 10.1080/16583655.2018.1473946

Authors: Madan Singh, Monika Goyal, Kamal Devlal

Institutions: National University of Lesotho, GLA University, Uttarakhand Open University

Language: English

Topic: Quantum Dots Synthesis And Properties

Subfield: Materials Chemistry

Field: Materials Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $944

OpenAlex ID: W4239159162

FWCI: 12.15

Cites: 40

Cited by: 491

Related to: 10