Abstract
We present the study of free nanoscale lead clusters using photoelectron spectroscopy and synchrotron radiation. Pb 5d core-level spectra reveal the presence of different initial charge states of the clusters created by the magnetron-based source. We suggest a method for determining the cluster size from the charge-dependent core level binding energies. Both the core-level and the valence spectra demonstrate that we have created free metallic clusters with essentially the same electronic structure as the solid.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 081402(R) |
Journal | Physical Review B (Condensed Matter and Materials Physics) |
Volume | 76 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2007 |
Subject classification (UKÄ)
- Atom and Molecular Physics and Optics
- Physical Sciences
- Natural Sciences