Jul 12 2013
Nanoparticle research is currently one of the most active branches of science with many of applications in various fields.
This article discusses the properties and applications of gallium arsenide nanoparticles. Gallium is a Block P, Period 4 element, while arsenic is a Block P, Period 4 element.
Gallium arsenide is a semiconductor with excellent electronic properties. The morphology of gallium arsenide nanoparticles is gray cubic crystals. Gallium arsenide nanoparticles are graded as toxic and dangerous for the environment.
Chemical Properties
The chemical properties of gallium arsenide nanoparticles are outlined in the following table.
| Chemical Data |
| Chemical symbol |
GaAs |
| CAS No. |
1303-00-0 |
| Group |
Gallium 13
Arsenic 15 |
| Electronic configuration |
Gallium [Ar] 3d10 4s2 4p1
Arsenic [Ar] 3d10 4s2 4p3 |
| Chemical Composition |
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Gallium |
48.2 |
| Arsenic |
51.79 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of gallium arsenide nanoparticles are given in the following table.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Density |
5.31 g/cm3 |
0.191 lb/in3 |
| Molar mass |
144.64 g/mol |
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Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of gallium arsenide nanoparticles are provided in the table below.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Melting point |
1238 °C |
2260 °F |
Manufacturing Process
Gallium arsenide nanoparticles can be manufactured from GaCl3 and As (NMe2)3 in 4-ethylpyridine.
Applications
The key applications of gallium arsenide nanoparticles are listed below:
- In the manufacture of devices such as monolithic microwave integrated circuits, infrared light-emitting diodes, microwave frequency integrated circuits, solar cells, laser diodes, and optical windows
- Gallium arsenide nanowires can be used for high technology applications such as electronics, optics, and photovoltaics.
Source: AZoNano