Ferroelectric phase transition in SbSI type crystals

Abstract

In this work Lorenz field coefficients F for SbSI type crystals are estimated. Also transverse and longitudinal frequencies (ω _T and ω _l) of optical vibrations are determined. From a study of these quantities it was concluded that a combination of F is an inadequate condition for ferroelectric phase transitions to take place. Taking the electronic structure, chemical bond model, electronic potential and condition ω _T—>0 into account, the phase transition in SbSI type crystals was investigated. The dependence of the electronic potential upon the composition of V-VI-VII crystals and mixed crystals has revealed the factors that change the phase transition temperature T _c and the dynamics of the soft mode.

Key Words:

• Phase transitions in SbSI type crystals