Metal Ions Mediated Morphology and Phase Transformation of Chalcogenide Semiconductor: From CuClSe2 Microribbon to CuSe Nanosheet

Langmuir. 2015 May 5;31(17):4958-63. doi: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.5b00373. Epub 2015 Apr 21.

Abstract

Foreign ions are of significant importance in controlling and modulating the morphology of semiconductor nanocrystals during the colloidal synthesis process. Herein, we demonstrate the potential of foreign metal ions to simultaneously control the morphology and crystal phase of chalcogenide semiconductors. The results indicate that the introduction of Al(3+) ions can induce the structural transformation from monoclinic CuClSe2 microribbons (MRs) to klockmannite CuSe nanosheets (NSs) and the growth of large-sized CuSe NSs. The as-prepared micrometer-sized CuSe NSs exhibit a high-conducting behavior, long-term durability, and environment stability. The novel properties enable CuSe NSs to open up a bright prospect for printable electrical interconnects and flexible electronic devices.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Aluminum / chemistry
  • Chalcogens / chemistry
  • Particle Size
  • Quantum Dots / chemistry*
  • Selenium Compounds / chemistry*
  • Semiconductors*

Substances

  • Chalcogens
  • Selenium Compounds
  • cupric selenide
  • Aluminum