Abstract
The spontaneous evolution of the structures obtained by submonolayer deposition of Ni on Cu(111) at room temperature has been studied by scanning tunnelling microscopy. The growth of an additional Cu plane on top of Ni-rich monolayer (ML) islands, and the simultaneous development of a characteristic electron standing wave pattern, have been observed in real time. From these observations we could derive the composition of the surface plane of the two kinds of bilayer islands that coexist in the deposit. A simple nucleation model is presented to explain the different evolution of pure and partially covered ML islands.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
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 callDisclaimer: 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.
