PbSe₀.₀₁S₀.₉₉ is a lead chalcogenide semiconductor alloy in which sulfur heavily dominates the anion composition with a small selenium dopant, creating a mixed chalcogenide system. This material belongs to the IV-VI semiconductor family and is primarily of research interest for tuning the bandgap and carrier transport properties of lead sulfide (PbS) through controlled selenium alloying. The selenium incorporation modifies the lattice constant and electronic band structure compared to pure PbS, making it relevant for infrared detection, thermoelectric energy conversion, and optoelectronic device development where precise bandgap engineering is required.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.3700 | eV | — |