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What are the effective mass of conduction band (mc) and valence band (mv) of insulator material Al2O3. Kindly tell me your reference
islam.hashem said:i know that the effective mass is calculated from the E-K diagram (inversely proportional to the curvature) and E-K diagram is calculated for crystalline structure only not amorphous. I do not know whether Al2O3 was crystalline or amorphous. Thanks.
The concept of effective mass in insulator materials refers to the mass of an electron or hole as it moves through the crystal lattice of an insulator. It is a measure of how the electron or hole behaves in the material and is influenced by the crystal structure and interactions with other particles in the material.
The effective mass of an insulator material is typically determined through experimental measurements, such as Hall effect measurements or cyclotron resonance measurements. These techniques involve applying a magnetic field to the material and measuring the resulting behavior of the electrons or holes, which can then be used to calculate the effective mass.
The effective mass of an insulator material can be influenced by several factors, including the crystal structure of the material, the presence of impurities or defects, and the strength of the interactions between electrons or holes in the material. Additionally, the effective mass can vary depending on the direction of motion within the crystal lattice.
The effective mass plays a crucial role in determining the electrical properties of insulator materials. It affects the mobility of electrons or holes in the material, which in turn impacts the material's conductivity and how it responds to electric fields. A higher effective mass can lead to lower conductivity and slower electron or hole movement, while a lower effective mass can result in higher conductivity and faster movement.
Yes, the effective mass of an insulator material can be modified or controlled through various methods, such as doping the material with impurities, applying external electric or magnetic fields, or changing the temperature of the material. These techniques can alter the crystal structure or interactions within the material, ultimately affecting the effective mass and its impact on the material's electrical properties.