Abstract
Surface p-type conduction in diamond has been linked to an aqueous layer on a hydrogenated surface. We have used local density function theory to examine the electronic properties of molecular adsorbates on diamond surfaces. We find that a wide range of adsorbates are able to transfer an electron from the valence band into the molecule, facilitating hole conduction.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 8973-8978 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 40 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 20 Sept 2001 |
Keywords
- p-type
- diamond
- hydrogenated surface
- local density function theory
- electronic properties
- molecular absorbates
- valence band
- hole conduction