Silicon Surfaces

Silicon surfaces refer to the outermost layer of a silicon crystal, which is widely used in electronics. When silicon is prepared for use in devices like computer chips, its surface can be altered or treated to have specific properties. These surfaces are important because they interact with other materials and influence how the device functions, such as guiding electrical currents or enabling connections. Understanding silicon surfaces helps engineers design more efficient, reliable semiconductors by controlling their structure and chemistry at a microscopic level.