Abstract
Results of a detailed theoretical investigation are reported which appear to resolve whether LaN is a semiconductor or a semi-metal. It is found that LaN has a band overlap of approximately 40 mRy making it a semimetal. A detailed analysis of the physical approximations and of the numerical precision indicate that this result has an uncertainty of ∼ 15 mRy which is too small to alter the conclusion.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 739-741 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Solid State Communications |
Volume | 52 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1984 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Materials Science(all)
- Condensed Matter Physics