For example, here https://www3.nd.edu/~djena/kdotp.pdf it is stated that "For direct-gap semiconductors, for states near the conduction-band minimum (k = 0), the Bloch lattice-function possesses the same symmetry properties as a |S> state . In other words, it has spherical symmetry. The states...
Do I understand it correctly that photoluminescence at a semiconductor heterojunction occurs because of intralayer recombination? If so, why can't photoluminescence occur because of interlayer recombination? Is it because momentum cannot be conserved in such a process ( like in the indirect gap...
After asking a professor about undergraduate research on Friday, I received a positive reply that very evening. The professor also asked me to send him my CV. Hovewer, it would take me some time to make it. Would it be ok to send the CV on Monday, or is it rude to take more time than him to reply?
Thanks for insight! I know this question has probably been asked a lot, but which education - STEM or liberal arts - is better for research in physics?
Thank you for your answer! If I should't choose between the schools based on my current research interests, are there any other factors I should consider?