Synthesis of InAs and III-V semiconductors by solid-state metathesis

4 Synthesis of InAs (and III-V semiconductors) by solid-state metathesis 

Solid-state metathesis reactions as an effective synthetic route to 13-15 compounds have been discussed by Treece et al. (1993). The reaction scheme  

The reaction mixtures were either heated in sealed tubes or ignited in a bomb with a hot filament. The by-product salts are then removed by washing with an appropriate solvent (generally methanol, water and diethyl ether). These reactions are highly exothermic and generally self-propagating. Accidental self-detonation of the mixture may be observed on mixing the reactants. 

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