Arsenides magnetic properties

There have been many papers In recent years dealing with the magnetic properties of semiconductors. Such studies are of particular Importance when discussing the band structure and chemical bonding in semiconducting compounds. Indium antimonide and arsenide have been thoroughly studied in this respect ([1-3], etc.). It is of interest to study the solid solutions based on these compounds and, in particular, to examine the nature of the relationship between the susceptibility of the solid solutions and their composition, temperature, and carrier density. 

The majority of metal phosphides have a metal arsenide analogue which they usually resanble in properties and structure (Table 8.2). Metal phosphides, arsenides and nitrides not infrequently exhibit properties similar to those of metal carbides, silicides and germanides. Some metal phosphides are very useful semiconductors, while others shew superconduction or a variety of magnetic properties. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and nanostructured materials are other modem applications (Chapter 12.19). 

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