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Multilayer krypton phase diagram

Journal Article · · Physical Review, B: Condensed Matter; (United States)
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  1. Condensed Matter Physics 114-36, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, California 91125 (United States)

We present vapor pressure and high-resolution heat-capacity measurements of multilayer krypton films adsorbed on graphite. We have found a complex phase diagram including reentrant layering transitions for coverages higher than three layers. The third layering transition does not end in a condensation critical point as was previously expected. The second-layer melting transition is preceded by what may be a commensurate-incommensurate transition between the first and second layers.

DOE Contract Number:
FG03-85ER45192
OSTI ID:
7033186
Journal Information:
Physical Review, B: Condensed Matter; (United States), Journal Name: Physical Review, B: Condensed Matter; (United States) Vol. 47:12; ISSN PRBMDO; ISSN 0163-1829
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English