Abstract
The surface phonons of LaB6(100) surface have been investigated by means of high resolution electron energy spectroscopy. On the clean surface we have observed 8 loss peaks in the off-specular spectra, of which the higher energy losses are related to the vibrations of the three-dimensional network of boron. Theoretical analysis based on a force constant model strongly suggests the deformation of the three-dimensional network of boron; the topmost octahedra are expanded by ∼ 0.004 nm parallel to the surface.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 391-395 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Surface Science |
Volume | 287-288 |
Issue number | PART 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1993 May 10 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Surfaces and Interfaces