Band Gap Vs Pressure: Proskite Compounds

In summary, the band gap of provskite compounds, such as CsPbBr3, decreases when pressure is increased due to the increase in the U/W ratio caused by the closer proximity of ions in the lattice. However, the change in the bandwidth can also affect this ratio and ultimately the change in the band gap. Proper citation is necessary for a more specific explanation.
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why band gap reduces when pressure increased for provskite compounds ?

Nawzad
 
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new_986 said:
why band gap reduces when pressure increased for provskite compounds ?

Nawzad

It should always be a practice to provide exact citation to a published paper when you're asking something of this nature.

Without knowing exactly the details, and at what level you're asking this, the generic Hubbard model for the band structure contains a U/W ratio, where U is the on-site Coulomb repulsion, and W is the bandwidth. When you increase pressure, the ions in the lattice are pushed closer, and thus, it increases U. If the bandwidth doesn't change, then the ratio U/W also increases. However, this usually translates into an increase in the size of the bandgap, i.e. the bottom of the conduction band moves away from the top of the valence band.

The bandwidth can easily change with pressure, so the ratio of U/W may behave differently for different compounds. But without proper citation, I do not have an explanation for your question.

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1. What is a band gap?

A band gap is the energy difference between the highest occupied energy level (valence band) and the lowest unoccupied energy level (conduction band) in a solid material. It determines the conductivity and optical properties of a material.

2. How does pressure affect the band gap of perovskite compounds?

As pressure is applied to a perovskite compound, the distance between atoms decreases, causing the energy levels to shift. This can lead to a change in the band gap, either increasing or decreasing it depending on the specific compound and the amount of pressure applied.

3. What factors influence the band gap of perovskite compounds under pressure?

The band gap of perovskite compounds is influenced by the chemical composition, crystal structure, and external pressure applied. The size and charge of atoms in the compound, as well as the arrangement of atoms in the crystal lattice, also play a role in determining the band gap under pressure.

4. How is the band gap of perovskite compounds measured under pressure?

The band gap can be measured using various experimental techniques, such as optical spectroscopy or electrical conductivity measurements, while applying pressure to the sample. These methods allow for the determination of how the band gap changes as the pressure increases.

5. What applications can benefit from understanding the band gap vs pressure behavior of perovskite compounds?

Understanding the relationship between band gap and pressure in perovskite compounds is important for various applications, including photovoltaics, sensors, and optoelectronic devices. This knowledge can also aid in the development of new materials with desired band gap values for specific applications.

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