Ion implantation

When an amorphized layer is recrystallized, what are the defects called that remain slightly deeper than the original boundary between the amorphous layer and the crystal?

  1. AEOR (end-of-range) defects
  2. BCOP
  3. COSF
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Answer: A. EOR (end-of-range) defects

Excess interstitial silicon gathers on the crystal side just below the amorphized layer. Even after recrystallization by annealing, defects such as dislocation loops can remain at this depth; these are called EOR defects. Because they cause leakage if left near a junction, they are controlled through implant and anneal conditions.

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