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Formation of WSi/sub 2/ at the Si-W(110) interface

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

Photoemission, Auger, and work-function measurements of room-temperature deposition of Si on W(110) show that Si interacts strongly with W and forms WSi/sub 2/ at the interface. As the formation of WSi/sub 2/ continues with increasing coverages of Si, silicon oxide species accumulate gradually on top of the surface due to the presence of O impurities. These species eventually form a thin oxide layer and hinder the formation of WSi/sub 2/ in the interfacial region.

Research Organization:
Physics Department, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973
OSTI ID:
6891072
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. B: Condens. Matter; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev. B: Condens. Matter; (United States) Vol. 29:4; ISSN PRBMD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English