Abstract

ABSTRACT In this communication, the synthesis (solid-state reaction) and characterization (structural, dielectric, and transport) of the CaMn0.9Ce0.1O3 ceramic (named, CMCO) are discussed. The CMCO has an orthorhombic crystal symmetry with an average crystallite size of 108.7 nm and lattice strain of 0.00375 respectively. The grains are distributed uniformly in a very compact manner so that highly dense material is formed and the ratio of average grain size to average crystallite size is about 21, which may be a possible reason for a better dielectric and conductivity mechanism. Raman's study confirms the presence of all constituent elements. The analysis of the dielectric properties suggests the presence of the Maxwell-Wagner type of dispersion. The study of impedance spectroscopy reveals how grains and grain boundaries play an important role to define conductivity mechanism and hence prove a non-Debye type of relaxation. The analysis of the resistance versus temperature plots supports NTC thermistor character.

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