Abstract
We have studied on the polarity selection procedure of ZnO grown on CrN buffer by using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). XPS studies have been performed on the O- and Zn-treated CrN/Al 2 O 3 surfaces and revealed that Cr 2 O 3 and Zn-chromate-like structures are formed on O- and Zn-treated CrN surfaces, respectively. The polarity selection procedure is explained in terms of the variation of bonding coordination by the formation of ZnO on the topmost O- and Zn-atoms of each surface.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 8582-8586 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Applied Surface Science |
Volume | 255 |
Issue number | 20 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2009 Jul 30 |
Keywords
- Polarity, ZnO, CrN, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Chemistry(all)
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Physics and Astronomy(all)
- Surfaces and Interfaces
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films