Abstract

(Al,Mo)-codoped ZnO powders with a constant molar ratio of Zn:Al (99:1) and various molar ratios of Mo:Al (0–0.02) were synthesized by a sol-gel process and characterized by X-ray diffraction, field emission scanning electron microscopy, and UV–vis and luminescent spectrophotometry. The experiments indicated that the powders had random orientation and a slightly larger average particle size that increased with increasing Mo proportion. The Mo doping resulted in the enhancement of transmittance in the UV–visible light range and the widening of the band gap. Optimal efficiency appeared at molar ratio of Mo:Al = 0.01, and Mo doping resulted in the formation of a new emission center and the enhancement of the emissions in range of visible light.

Full Text
Paper version not known

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.