Gold decoration of monoatomic steps on the (100) surface of NaCl crystals produced during evaporation in air

M. José Yacamán, G. Torres V.

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Abstract

The microscopic morphology of evaporated (100) surfaces of NaCl crystals has been studied by means of gold decoration, replication, and electron microscopy. Closely spaced monoatomic steps were observed following a 15 min evaporation in air at 580°C. When the evaporation time was increased to 90 min, the step distribution became unstable. This instability resulted in a bounching of steps of multiple height. A rounded effect at the corners is observed in all closed steps formed at this temperature.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)195-198
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Crystal Growth
Volume6
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 1970
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Materials Chemistry

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