Temperature‐dependent Raman scattering in ferroelectric Bi4−xNdxTi3O12(x = 0, 0.5, 0.85) single crystals |
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Authors: | Kun Liang Yajun Qi Chaojing Lu |
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Abstract: | The temperature‐dependent Raman spectra of ferroelectric Bi4−xNdxTi3O12(x = 0, 0.5, 0.85) single crystals were recorded from 100 to 800 K. It was found that there is a critical Nd content x0 between 0.5 and 0.85. The Nd3+ ions prefer to replace Bi3+ ions in pseudo‐perovskite layers when x < x0, while they might begin to incorporate into (Bi2O2)2+ layers when x ≥ x0. Nd substitution leads to a decrease in the ferroelectric–paraelectric transition temperature (Tc). A monoclinic distortion of orthorhombic structure occurs in Bi4Ti3O12 crystals at temperatures below 200 K. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. |
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Keywords: | Bi4− xNdxTi3O12 single crystals Raman spectra |
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