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Interpretation of diffuse low-energy electron diffraction intensities

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev. B: Condens. Matter; (United States)

It is shown that the diffuse low-energy electron diffraction (LEED) that occurs between sharp LEED beams can be used to determine the local bonding configuration near disordered surface atoms. Two approaches to the calculation of diffuse LEED intensities are presented for the case of lattice-gas disorder of an adsorbate on a crystalline substrate. The capabilities of this technique are most similar to those of near-edge extended x-ray absorption fine structure, but avoid the restrictions due to the use of photons.

Research Organization:
The Blackett Laboratory, Imperial College, London SW72BZ, United Kingdom
OSTI ID:
6246458
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. B: Condens. Matter; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev. B: Condens. Matter; (United States) Vol. 31:2; ISSN PRBMD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English