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Differential scanning calorimetric (DSC) studies of the interaction of nine metals with CdTe powder reveal four chemical reactivity types. Two thermodynamic models help discuss the reactivity patterns. Examination of virgin and chemically etched CdTe surfaces reveals different reactivity trends with the metal, and electronic properties of metal/CdTe contacts help explain the results. DSC is an efficient method for examining alterations in CdTe surface chemistry due to etch treatment.

Presents information on a study that has further improved the electrodeposition technique previously developed for in situ growth of p-type CdTe thin films. Experimental procedure; Results and discussion on the study.