Abstract
We present a combined study of density functional theory, x-ray diffraction, and inelastic neutron scattering examining the temperature dependent structure and lattice dynamics of commercially available cadmium telluride. A subtle change in the structure is evinced near 80K, which manifests also in the measured phonon density of states. There is no change to the long-range ordered structure. The implications of the change in relation to structural defects are discussed.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 102101 |
Journal | Applied Physics Letters |
Volume | 105 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 8 2014 |