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(a) Find the composition of In1 ·x Gax As grown...

(a) Find the composition of $\operatorname{In}_{1 \cdot x} \mathrm{Ga}_{\mathrm{x}}$ As grown lattice-matched on $\operatorname{InP}$ substrate. The lattice constants are: $a(\operatorname{InAs})=6.0584 \ A, a(\mathrm{GaAs})=5.6533 \ A$, and $a (\operatorname{In} P)=5.8688 \ = A$ A. (b) An alloy of $\operatorname{In}_{0.2} \mathrm{Ga}_{0.8}$ As is grown pseudomorphically on a GaAs substrate. Determine the maximum thickness of the grown layer.

(a) Find the composition of $\operatorname{In}_{1 \cdot x} \mathrm{Ga}_{\mathrm{x}}$ As grown lattice-matched on $\operatorname{InP}$ substrate. The lattice constants are: $a(\operatorname{InAs})=6.0584 \ A, a(\mathrm{GaAs})=5.6533 \ A$, and $a (\operatorname{In} P)=5.8688 \ = A$ A.
(b) An alloy of $\operatorname{In}_{0.2} \mathrm{Ga}_{0.8}$ As is grown pseudomorphically on a GaAs substrate. Determine the maximum thickness of the grown layer.

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Key Concepts

Vegard’s Law

Vegard’s Law states that the lattice constant of a solid solution alloy can be approximated by the weighted linear average of the lattice constants of its constituent binaries. In semiconductor alloy systems, this law is commonly used to predict how the lattice parameter varies with composition, and it is crucial for designing lattice?matched heterostructures.

Lattice Matching in Heteroepitaxy

Lattice matching involves choosing the composition of a semiconductor alloy such that its lattice constant closely matches that of the substrate. This is important to minimize strain and prevent dislocation formation during epitaxial growth. When the lattice constants are matched, the growth can occur with fewer defects, leading to improved material and device performance.

Pseudomorphic Growth and Critical Thickness

Pseudomorphic growth refers to the epitaxial growth of a thin film where the layer remains strained to conform to the substrate’s lattice constant. The concept of critical thickness is central here—it defines the maximum thickness the film can achieve while maintaining coherent strain. Beyond this thickness, strain relaxation occurs through the introduction of dislocations, which can adversely affect the electronic and optical properties of the material.

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