Abstract
Stranski-Krastanow growth is discussed in the context of a simple classical nucleation model which emphasizes the important role of the wetting layer. The model predicts a rapid transition to a 3D island phase which chiefly depends on the interaction between atoms in the wetting layer and the substrate. A simple analytical expression for the critical thickness at which the transition occurs is derived.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 7230-7231 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Japanese Journal of Applied Physics, Part 1: Regular Papers and Short Notes and Review Papers |
Volume | 43 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Oct 2004 |
Keywords
- Critical thickness
- Nanostructures
- Nucleation
- Quantum dots
- Stranski-Krastanow growth