Raman scattering in Ge-Ge1-xSix superlattice

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Raman studies of Ge based Ge1-xSix superlattices are presented. Using Raman spectroscopy as a local probe, only the first Ge-Ge1-xSix bilayer underneath the surface is explored. It is shown that the top Ge layer experiences a biaxial elastic stress which we evaluate. The silicon content of the Ge1-xSix layer is deduced from the peak frequency of both Ge-Ge and Ge-Si bond vibrations. The Ge-Ge1-xSix interfacial perfection is also investigated. The Raman data reveal a smearing of this heteroboundary.